Description: By the middle of the 16th century the Moslem invaders had overrun much of Europe, Asia, and northern Africa. Under Don Juan of Austria, the dashing young half brother of Philip II of Spain, a divided Christendom finally united in a last Crusade to engage the mighty fleet of the Turkish Sultan. In October 1571 the hostile navies met in the Gulf of Lepanto in such close combat that it looked like a land battle. Fiercely fought on both sides, the Battle of Lepanto was a decisive victory for the Christian forces, and it marked the beginning of the end of the power of the Ottoman Empire. As it was the last major battle to be fought with galleys, the light swift ships rowed by oars, it was a turning point too in the history of naval warfare. Robert F. Marx, an authority on naval history, has written a vigorous account of this important sea battle, with perceptive insights into its historical background. Illustrated with maps, prints, and old documents. Thank you for looking at our listing. A purchase is supporting Friends of Spanish Peaks Library District! These books are all donated from different sources. This book is in good condition, and an ex-library book with library stamps and markings, see photos for details. I will combine shipping for each additional item purchased. Please do not pay for books until you are done bidding/shopping, and I will create a new Invoice with the reduced shipping charges. Please, please, I cannot issue refunds due to penalties that EBay assesses. Feel free to submit any questions you have. Thanks!
Price: 9.25 USD
Location: Walsenburg, Colorado
End Time: 2024-11-01T18:13:52.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.38 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Region of Origin: United States
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
