Derry And Enniskillen In The Year 1689: The Story Of Some Famous Battlefields In Ulster (1885) Hardback - 2009

""Derry And Enniskillen In The Year 1689: The Story Of Some Famous Battlefields In Ulster"" is a historical book written by Thomas Witherow and first published in 1885. The book provides a detailed account of the events that took place during the Williamite War in Ireland in 1689, focusing on two of the most famous battlefields in Ulster - Derry and Enniskillen. The book begins by providing a brief background of the political and religious tensions that led to the war, including the struggle between the Catholic James II and the Protestant William of Orange for the English and Irish thrones. The author then delves into the specific events that took place in Derry and Enniskillen during the war, including the Siege of Derry and the Battle of Newtownbutler. Witherow provides a detailed account of the military tactics used by both sides, as well as the key players involved in the conflict. He also explores the impact of the war on the local population, including the atrocities committed by both sides and the political and social changes that resulted from the conflict. Overall, ""Derry And Enniskillen In The Year 1689"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive account of one of the most significant conflicts in Irish history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, military history, or the political and religious tensions that have shaped the history of Ireland and the United Kingdom.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.