Paddy Griffith was a distinguished British historian of warfare, renowned for his in-depth analyses of military strategies and tactics across centuries. His scholarship centers on meticulously dissecting battle maneuvers and the art of waging war, often examining pivotal moments in military history. Griffith's approach is characterized by its precision and his drive to understand how military leaders in different eras grappled with the challenges of the battlefield. His works offer readers a compelling insight into the evolution of military science and its impact on the course of history.
This complementary volume to Sir Charles Oman's monumental study brings together new research by today's leading historians highlighting recent developments in Peninsular War scholarship. By examining modern interpretations, fresh evidence and new areas of research, this analysis of key aspects of the fighting in Spain and Portugal advances the debate on the struggle that marked the beginning of the end for Napoleonic Europe.