The Age of RevolutionFrom the Revolution of 1688 onwards, these 125 years are filled with war. From Napolean to the Declaration of Independence, this volume covers huge territorial battles and the forging of the British Empire. |
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WILLIAM OF ORANGE | 3 |
CONTINENTAL WAR | 15 |
THE SPANISH SUCCESSION | 27 |
Copyright | |
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