Spanish Arms and Armour by Albert Frederick Calvert
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About this eBook
| Author | Calvert, Albert Frederick, 1872-1946 |
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| LoC No. | 07041545 |
| Title |
Spanish Arms and Armour Being a Historical and Descriptive Account of the Royal Armoury of Madrid |
| Series Title | The Spanish series |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Spanish Arms and Armour" by Albert Frederick Calvert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work provides a comprehensive examination of the Royal Armoury of Madrid, detailing its vast collection and the historical significance of Spanish arms and armor. The book aims to serve both specialists and casual visitors interested in the rich history of Spain's military craftsmanship. The opening of the volume introduces the historical context of Spanish arms and armor, tracing back to the Visigothic era and discussing Spain’s long-standing reputation as a leader in armament craftsmanship. Calvert emphasizes the importance of minerals from Spanish territories in the manufacturing of arms and the significant evolution of military equipment over the centuries. Additionally, he notes that throughout their history, Spaniards displayed an innate affinity for military prowess and craftsmanship, adapting to advancements from various cultures while maintaining a unique martial identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | U: Military science |
| Subject | Real Armería de Madrid |
| Subject | Arms and armor -- Spain |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47878 |
| Release Date | Jan 5, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 241 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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