Despatches and Correspondence of the Marquess Wellesley, K. G.: During His Lordship's Mission to Spain as Ambassador Extraordinary to the Supreme Junt
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Richard, Marquess Wellesley (1760-1842) became one of the most controversial politicians of his generation during his time as Governor-General of Bengal (1798-1805). Although this period saw him achieve territorial gains in India, the financial cost was considered too high and many in London disagreed with the changes he made in Bengal. In 1809, after his return to Britain, he was appointed ambassador to Spain during the height of the Peninsular War...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1108168973
ISBN13:9781108168977
Release Date:June 2011
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Length:278 Pages
Weight:0.78 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"
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