Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes

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Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes

by W. H. (William Henry) Fitchett

EN·~8 hours·48 chapters

Chapters

48 total
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LONDON: JOHN MURRAY

0:14
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BY W. H. FITCHETT, LL. D.

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3

PREFACE

1:59
4

LIST OF PLANS

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THE BATTLE OFF CAPE ST. VINCENT - THE SIEGE OF QUEBEC - THE SIEGE OF BADAJOS - THE BATTLE OF THE NILE - THE BATTLE OF ALBUERA - THE SIEGE OF CIUDAD RODRIGO - THE COMBAT OF RONCESVALLES - THE BATTLE OF ST. PIERRE - THE BATTLE OF THE BALTIC - THE BATTLE OF WATERLOO - THE ATTACK OF TRAFALGAR

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THE FIGHT OFF CAPE ST. VINCENT

6:03
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\[Illustration: THE BATTLE OFF CAPE ST. VINCENT. Cutting the Spanish Line. From Allen's "Battles of the British Navy."\]

12:58
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THE HEIGHTS OF ABRAHAM

5:15
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\[Illustration: Siege of Quebec, 1759. From Parkman's "Montcalm & Wolfe."\]

16:38
10

THE GREAT LORD HAWKE

20:15

Description

A vivid anthology of daring moments from Britain’s military past, this collection brings to life the pivotal encounters that forged an empire. Each sketch is a self‑contained narrative, drawing on contemporary accounts to recreate the clash of swords, cannons and wills on sea and land. From the thunderous roar of cannon fire off Cape St Vincent to the disciplined resolve at the siege of Quebec, the stories highlight courage, duty and the stubborn spirit that defined a nation.

The prose balances stark realism with a reverent tone, reminding listeners of the human qualities—loyalty, honor and self‑sacrifice—that underpinned these historic victories. Though the battles are presented without glorifying war, they offer a window into the resolve of ordinary men thrust into extraordinary circumstances. Ideal for anyone eager to hear the echo of marching boots and the creak of timbered warships, the book paints a compelling portrait of an era when the empire was won by resolve as much as by arms.

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Full title

Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes Historic Battle Scenes

Language

en

Duration

~8 hours (500K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Al Haines

Release date

2006-09-12

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

W. H. (William Henry) Fitchett

W. H. (William Henry) Fitchett

1845–1928

Remembered for vivid popular histories and a life that ranged across journalism, ministry, and education, this Australian writer brought famous battles and imperial turning points to a wide readership. His books were written to be lively and accessible, helping turn history into story.

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