Spanish American Revolutions

The American Revolution is replete with seminal moments that every American learns in school, from the “shot heard ‘round the world” to the Declaration of Independence, but the events that led up to the fighting at Lexington & Concord were borne out of 10 years of division between the British and their American colonies over everything from colonial representation in governments to taxation, the nature of searches, and the quartering of British regulars in private houses.

Introducing "American History: The Legends that Shaped the USA" a riveting exploration of the rich and fascinating early history of the United States. This book takes you on a journey through the remarkable stories of American legends, from the birth of the country, through Westward expansion, wars, and political scandals. It delves into the lives of heroes, leaders, and presidents who played pivotal roles in shaping America's history, making it the great country it is today. Are you interested in exploring the rich and fascinating early history of the United States? This book takes you on ...

The Mexican-American War between the United States and Mexico played a crucial role in shaping the landscape of the continent, and had a long-lasting effect on both countries. So why is it often overlooked by people? This audiobook aims to fix that. Get ready to learn more about this short conflict that claimed the lives of more than 13,000 people, and how it changed the course of history. Discover the causes, such as Spanish colonialism, and the age of expansionism in the United States; the main political figures of the period; their motivations and actions, and so much more!

He was a man of slight stature and a reedy voice, lacking the charismatic fire of his dictatorial contemporaries. Yet Francisco Franco wielded absolute power over Spain for nearly four decades, outlasting the far more infamous figures he once called allies. This is the story of how an accidental soldier, forged in the brutal colonial wars of North Africa, became the unshakeable Caudillo of a modern European nation. His ascent was a masterclass in patient ruthlessness, culminating in a civil war he defined as a holy crusade. While Europe burned, he engaged in a high-stakes diplomatic tango, ...

From acclaimed historian and author of the “marvelous” (The New York Times Book Review) The Last American Aristocrat comes a captivating new biography of Teddy Roosevelt, exploring the life of America’s 26th president and his pivotal role in shaping the dawn of the American Century...

This immersive epic reveals the origins of the American empire and the lives of those who promoted it and those who resisted it. In 1898, the United States won an empire, and—many allege—lost its soul. In Splendid Liberators, Joe Jackson offers an epic narrative of the Spanish-American War...

Can childhood sweethearts find their way back together with pirates, intrigue, and an ocean between them? Samuel Vargas has been in love with Georgia Ann Cooper since their youth. But so has his brother, who already has the means and stature in society to support her. While Samuel can’t compete with his brother’s elegance, he can do what he does best—sailing and sword-fighting. He’s determined to make his fortune as a privateer and prove he can provide a secure future for Georgia Ann…if only she’ll wait for him. Georgia Ann Cooper’s heart races when she thinks of Samuel Vargas...

The American Revolution persevered despite several losses and disappointments. By 1781, the revolution had entered a critical phase. Britain controlled the south, or so they thought, until Spain declared war. Allied with the new United States, the forces of Spain, led by Bernardo Gálvez, the Spanish Governor-General of Louisiana attacked British fortifications along the Mississippi River valley and the Gulf Coast, conquering them one at a time until only the fort at Pensacola remained. This was the last major Spanish action on the North American Continent during the Spanish-English War of ...

THE TRUE STORY OF A CROSSDRESSING, TRANSATLANTIC ADVENTURER WHO ESCAPED FROM A SPANISH CONVENT IN 1599 AND LIVED AS A MAN—GAMBLING,FIGHTING DUELS, AND LEADING SOLDIERS INTO BATTLE Named a New York Times Book Review Notable Book One of the earliest known autobiographies by a woman, this is the...

In King of the Gunrunners, author James W. Miller reveals the untold story of a forgotten American whose adventures helped pave the way for the United States' emergence as an international power. This volume presents the story of Hart, the defiant king of the Cuban gunrunners, who prolonged a revolution, provoked a war, and left an indelible mark on history.

Napoleon has all of Europe at war. Spain has been defeated and the Emperor of France has declared his brother, Joseph, to be king of Spain. The deposed King Ferdinand has ordered all Spaniards to conduct a Guerrilla War to resist Bonaparte. Louisiana has been sold to the Americans but Baton Rouge and what is known as West Florida remain under the Spanish crown. The European conflict threatens to spread to America and uncertainty grips the land.Esteban deMelilla, guided by a Choctaw priestess, struggles to recover from the loss of his wife and child. A businessman and former Spanish soldier,...

En estos momentos vale la pena reflexionar sobre las circunstancias que rodearon la fundación de Estados Unidos. Este fascinante libro de historia presenta un esquema general de la Revolución americana, centrándose en gran medida en el período entre el estallido de la rebelión en 1765 hasta la ratificación de la Constitución de los Estados Unidos en 1789.

Across the Golden Sea: Book I – Under Foreign Skies She grew up in hardship, yet her spirit never broke. Selina, a skilled young woman in a land that never felt like home, hides her pain behind determination and quiet strength. When a Spanish nobleman arrives in America to visit an old friend, their worlds collide in a way neither could have foreseen. Rafael de Albornoz carries secrets behind his noble demeanor—an heir bound by duty, torn between family obligations and the longing of his own heart. When Selina’s hands, so deft and capable, repair what others cannot, she captures more ...

"The Saint Louis Tower" is a historical fiction set during the American Revolution, focusing on Mateo de Agulo's journey from a young man on the Canary Islands to a soldier in the Spanish army in the Americas. The story begins with Mateo witnessing a ship bound for the Americas from his father's vineyard in La Gomera, sparking his fascination with distant lands and ships. Mateo, feeling constrained by his lack of prospects on the island and heartbroken over his love interest's impending marriage to a wealthy widower, decides to enlist in the Spanish army for a chance at a new life. The ...

Hermosa edición conmemorativa del discurso Más allá de Vietnam del Dr. Martin Luther King, parte de los archivos del Dr. King publicados exclusivamente por HarperCollins. En 1967, en la iglesia Riverside de la Ciudad de Nueva York, el Dr. King se paró frente a una audiencia entusiasmada y...

This book is written as a travel log to the Churches that have survived and thrived during and after the Castro revolution in Cuba. The author takes you on a journey to the Cuba that Castro has neglected, and time has forgotten. Clean water filtering systems are installed in these Churches. They give it to anyone who is in need. This is a wonderful evangelistic tool. On average a church doubles in size in two years of an installation. The Bibles given out ensure that God’s Word is heard by all the new members. Clean water and Bibles are both scarce in Cuba. Come with him and experience ...

Sumérjase en la historia de la Revolución estadounidense. ¿Es usted un entusiasta de la historia y quiere saber más sobre la guerra de la Independencia? ¿Busca un libro de historia que contenga algo más que los datos habituales sobre un acontecimiento histórico concreto? ¿Desea conocer acontecimientos y personajes olvidados que marcaron este acontecimiento histórico? Desde héroes inusuales hasta relatos menos conocidos que muestran el valor y la determinación, este libro ofrece una mezcla única de hechos que dieron forma a los acontecimientos de la Revolución estadounidense.

Uno de los sucesos más importantes no sólo en los Estados Unidos, sino a nivel mundial. Hacia el siglo XVIII, las colonias americanas, bajo el poder inglés, iniciaron un proceso emancipador que inesperadamente, venció a un enemigo muchas veces superior. Sin embargo, lo más importante es el empuje y ejemplo que dieron a otras colonias para anhelar la libertad.

El indeleble recuento del Che de la guerra revolucionaria cubana.

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