The Life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, Tenth Earl of Dundonald, Vol. II by Dundonald et al.

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Author Dundonald, Thomas Barnes Cochrane, Earl of, 1814-1885
Author Bourne, H. R. Fox (Henry Richard Fox), 1837-1909
LoC No. 04033691
Title The Life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, Tenth Earl of Dundonald, Vol. II
Credits Stefan Cramme, Ted Garvin, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, Tenth Earl of Dundonald, Vol. II" by Dundonald et al. is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The text chronicles the significant events of Lord Cochrane’s life, focusing extensively on his naval career and contributions to the Greek War of Independence in the 1820s. The volume captures his efforts and challenges as he navigates the political and military landscape of Greece during a tumultuous period marked by factionalism and struggle against Ottoman rule. The opening of the volume introduces Lord Cochrane's arrival in Greece in March 1827, detailing his observations of the islands of Hydra and Poros, which were pivotal in the Greek revolt against Turkish domination. As he engages with various Greek leaders, he quickly becomes embroiled in the internal conflicts between factions vying for power, leaving him to navigate these treacherous political waters while aiming for unity and strategic action against the Turks. Cochrane's dedication to the cause is evident as he addresses the need for prompt military action, illustrating both his commitment to Greek independence and the complex dynamics of leadership amidst chaos and rivalry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Admirals -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Dundonald, Thomas Cochrane, Earl of, 1775-1860
Subject Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 19th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 26067
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 23, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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