Saturday 14th July 2012 - 2.00pm
The Battle of Salamanca, 22 July 1812, by Major Gordon Corrigan, MBE
The Peninsula War, fought in Portugal, Spain and Southern France from 1808 to 1814 was Britain's major contribution on land to the French revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. Compared to the momentous battles being fought in northern Europe against the Russians, Austrians and the Prussians, the Peninsula was a minor theatre, but it was Napoleon who called it the 'Spanish Ulcer', haemorrhaging French men, money and assets. After a few initial reverses, tiny British armies of professional regular soldiers consistently defeated far larger French forces. This talk will explain the war, concentrating on the great victory of Salamanca, and, in particular on the exploits of the 68th Regiment of Foot.
Tickets (normal admission cost also applies)
Adult £4.60, Concession £3.60, Children (4-16 years) £2.60
Annual Pass Holders
Adult £2.60, Concession £2.10, Children (4-16 years) £1.60
Tickets can be bought in advance from the DLI shop or by calling 0191 384 2214.
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