The Bravest Of The Brave

The Bravest of the Brave is a historical novel written by G. A. Henty. The story is set during the Peninsular War, which took place in the early 19th century. The protagonist, a young Englishman named Harry Smith, joins the British army and is sent to fight against the French in Spain. The book follows Harry’s adventures as he rises through the ranks and becomes a respected officer. He is known for his courage and bravery on the battlefield, earning him the nickname ''the bravest of the brave.'' Along the way, Harry falls in love with a Spanish girl named Juana, and the two face many challenges as they try to be together.The Bravest of the Brave is a thrilling tale of war, love, and adventure. It offers a vivid portrayal of the Peninsular War and the soldiers who fought in it. Henty’s writing is engaging and informative, making the book a great choice for anyone interested in history or military fiction. Overall, The Bravest of the Brave is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and adventure stories.The starting of the expedition was delayed beyond the intended time, for the government either could not or would not furnish the required funds, and the Earl of Peterborough was obliged to borrow considerable sums of money, and to involve himself in serious pecuniary embarrassments to remedy the defects, and to supply as far as possible the munition and stores necessary for the efficiency of the little force he had been appointed to command. It consisted of some three thousand English troops, who were nearly all raw and undisciplined, and a brigade, two thousand strong, of Dutch soldiers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.