The Lopez Expeditions To Cuba, 1848-1851 (1915) - Robert Granville Caldwell - Bog

The Lopez Expeditions to Cuba, 1848-1851 is a historical book written by Robert Granville Caldwell and published in 1915. The book documents the expeditions led by Venezuelan adventurer Narciso Lopez to liberate Cuba from Spanish rule. Lopez made several attempts to overthrow the Spanish government in Cuba between 1848 and 1851, with the support of American filibusters and Cuban exiles. The book provides a detailed account of the expeditions, including the planning, execution, and aftermath of each attempt. It also explores the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between the United States and Spain, the role of slavery in Cuba, and the aspirations of Cuban nationalists. The author draws on primary sources such as letters, diaries, and official documents to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of this important period in Cuban history. Overall, The Lopez Expeditions to Cuba, 1848-1851 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cuba, the Caribbean, and Latin America.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.