Cavalier Capital: Oxford in the English Civil War 1642–1646 (Century of the Soldier 1618-1721) - Softcover

Barratt, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1914059557 ISBN 13: 9781914059551

Publisher: Helion and Company, 2021

Synopsis

Cavalier Capital, the first detailed account of Oxford’s role as "Royalist capital" to appear for almost three-quarters of a century, examines all aspects of Oxford’s experience in the English Civil War. As well as the effects on the town and university, special emphasis is placed on the various aspects of the Royalist occupation, including its role as a major manufacturing center of munitions and armory. The King’s court and the operation of Royalist government and administration are examined, as are the organization and life of the soldiers of the garrison. Leading personalities are described, as well as the military campaigns which were focused on Oxford during the war. The final siege leading to the fall of Oxford is also described. The book makes full use of both contemporary and modern accounts, and research, and is copiously illustrated with contemporary and modern illustrations.

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About the Author

John Barratt is a leading authority on the Royalist Armies in the Civil War. Author of over a dozen books on the subject, including Cavaliers the first detailed study of the Royalist forces, and a nuber of campain histories. His latest books with Helion include Rabble of Gentility the story of the Northern Horse, and The Last Battle: The Stow on the Wold Campaign. He lectures regularly on historical subjects and lives in the Welsh Marches, an area rich in history!

Edition details

• Publisher: Helion and Company
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1914059557
• ISBN 13: 9781914059551
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 184