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This is the latest book of Alberto Rosselli, regarding the Seven Years' War in North America.
Alberto Rosselli
The volume studies the theme of the politcal and military contrast between England and France in the 18th century, with particular reference to the phase of the Seven Years' War in which the two European powers were involved in the struggle for supremacy in the Nord American continent. The essay describes the progress and political, economic and social consequence of the long conflict, and analyses the military and technical aspects of its pohases. This is one of very texts by an italian author on this subject and focuses on descriptions of the naval and land tactics and strategies used by the powers involved in what has been called "the first world war in history".
Italian journalist and writer, Alberto Rosselli has taken an interest in modern and contemporary historical and military themes for many years, and works with some of the best-known specialist Italian and foreign magazines. In 1997 he published the essay "Quebec 1759" about the most important battle of the Anglo-French conflict in North America (1756-1763). In the past Rosselli has published several collections of historical stories and researches and the features of Italian informations methods in the media sector.
Preface, Chapter 1: 1755-1758: Balance of Power, Chapter 2: The Year of Change Chapter 3: The Siege of Quebec Chapter 4: The Conquest of Quebec Chapter 5: Saint Foy: the last, futile French victory Chapter 6: The Tactical Role of the Navy in the Seven Years' War Chapter 7: Indian Tribes involved in the Anglo-French war Chronology.
Raimondo Luraghi Professor Emeritus in American History University of Genoa, Italy
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The Anglo-French Conflict in North America (1756-1763)
ERGA Editrice, Genoa (Italy) www.erga.it
Format: 15x21 Binding: paperback Page extent: 203 Illustrations: b&w, maps ISBN: 88-8163-244-6 List price: US$20
Versione in lingua italiana available.
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