A pointed critique of sending an army to Flanders and the motives behind it. The argument questions whether this move serves national defense, or simply drags Britain into broader European conflicts.
This edition frames a contested plan in clear terms, showing how policy choices affect allies, rivals, and Parliament itself. It uses historical context to weigh the supposed ends against the real costs and risks.
- Learn how the author challenges the supposed need for war in Flanders.
- See why alliances, like the Dutchy and the Empire, matter in British strategy.
- Understand the tensions between royal prerogative and parliamentary judgment.
- Explore questions of economy, legitimacy, and national interest in early modern diplomacy.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical political debates and the pressures of 18th‑century statecraft.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the political decisions leading to the deployment of British troops on the continent during the War of the Austrian Succession. It argues that this deployment was ill-conceived, as Britain's maritime power was not suited to a land war in Europe. The author contends that this move was driven by a combination of popular sentiment, political expediency, and a misreading of Britain's strategic interests. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the deployment, and examines the motives and arguments of the key decision-makers involved. It concludes that this ill-conceived strategy had disastrous consequences for Britain, both in terms of financial resources and political prestige. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331365655_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331365655
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331365655
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