The Key to Lisbon

The Third French Invasion of Portugal, 1810-11

Kenton White

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Helion & Company
01 September 2023

Military history; Napoleonic Wars

Series: From Reason to Revolution 1721-1815

This study details the preparation, planning and execution of the invasion of Portugal in 1810 by the French Armée de Portugal under Marshal Massena, and the defensive measures taken by the British and their Portuguese and Spanish allies. It also covers the practice of all armies involved during this campaign, working from original sources. These sources provide a different interpretation of some key aspects of the campaign to those which are generally accepted. The work focusses on the strategic, operational, and tactical planning undertaken by both sides in preparation for the invasion, and the actual progress of the campaign. A narrative of the battles and sieges, with analysis at the tactical-level, also brings out the differences in planning and intelligence gathering. This particular campaign is important as it has attracted little attention from historians, and was crucial as a turning point in the Peninsular War. This was the last time that Portugal was invaded by the French during the Peninsular War, and the allies' handling of the campaign contrasted sharply with that of the French. Its success also gave Wellington political security against the 'croakers' back in England. The research demonstrates the difficulties both armies had in prosecuting their plans during the campaign, and highlights the stark differences in the approach taken by each commander.

13 b/w photos, 11 maps

By: Kenton White
Imprint: Helion & Company
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 118
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 170mm,
ISBN: 9781804513958
ISBN 10: 1804513954
Series: From Reason to Revolution 1721-1815
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 01 September 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

The author is a lecturer in Strategic Studies at RAF Cranwell and the University of Reading. He has had a life-long interest in the Peninsular War and the armies involved.

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The Key to Lisbon

The Third French Invasion of Portugal, 1810-11

Kenton White

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