There is a view that, in Victorian times, whilst the Army was engaged in a series of wars, the Navy enjoyed a peaceful existence - however, this was not the case. Complemented by authentic engravings, this book relates in fascinating detail the significant role that was played by the Naval Brigades in eleven 'Wars of the Empire' from the period 1854 to 1900 and includes conflicts such as the Second Ashanti War, the Zulu War and the Boxer Rebellion. Today's reader will become aware of the harsh conditions and terrible deprivations experienced during the winter siege of Sevastopol by the British and French in the Crimean War. The strength of the key characters, Lord Raglan and Captain William Peel, make a vivid impression. This book provides authoritative and enlightening reading and is sure to be of great appeal to anyone who enjoys military, naval and maritime history - a fascinating read about the time of the British Empire. 184 pages, Illustrated, hard cover, fine

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