Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. "The Argonaut Series: Commentaries of Ruy Freyre De Andrade" provides a detailed first-hand historical account of the intense seventeenth-century struggle for dominance in the Persian Gulf. This work chronicles the military career and diplomatic missions of Ruy Freyre de Andrade, a prominent Portuguese commander tasked with defending the strategic interests of the Portuguese Crown against the encroaching forces of the Persian Empire and the English East India Company. Central to the narrative is the pivotal 1622 Siege of Ormuz, a landmark event that altered the balance of power in the Indian Ocean and signaled the decline of Portuguese hegemony in the region. Through these commentaries, the text offers invaluable insights into early modern naval tactics, colonial governance, and the complexities of global trade routes. By documenting the logistical challenges, combat encounters, and diplomatic maneuvers of the era, the work serves as a vital primary source for those interested in maritime history and the expansion of European empires in Asia. This volume preserves the legacy of a key figure in Portuguese naval history, illuminating the high-stakes world of exploration and conquest that shaped the geopolitical landscape of the early seventeenth century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025562674

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Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'The Argonaut Series: Commentaries of Ruy Freyre De Andrade' provides a detailed first-hand historical account of the intense seventeenth-century struggle for dominance in the Persian Gulf. This work chronicles the military career and diplomatic missions of Ruy Freyre de Andrade, a prominent Portuguese commander tasked with defending the strategic interests of the Portuguese Crown against the encroaching forces of the Persian Empire and the English East India Company. Central to the narrative is the pivotal 1622 Siege of Ormuz, a landmark event that altered the balance of power in the Indian Ocean and signaled the decline of Portuguese hegemony in the region. Through these commentaries, the text offers invaluable insights into early modern naval tactics, colonial governance, and the complexities of global trade routes. By documenting the logistical challenges, combat encounters, and diplomatic maneuvers of the era, the work serves as a vital primary source for those interested in maritime history and the expansion of European empires in Asia. This volume preserves the legacy of a key figure in Portuguese naval history, illuminating the high-stakes world of exploration and conquest that shaped the geopolitical landscape of the early seventeenth century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025562674

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