Fuentes de Onoro

Fuentes de Oñoro provides an analysis of the battle based on first-hand accounts. Using the French retreat from Santarem to highlight the challenges of supply and communication it explores how these factors influenced the campaign's outcome.

Logistics, strategy, and adaptability shaped the 1811 campaign in Portugal, creating a junction of military challenges. Fuentes de Oñoro delves into the dynamics of the 1811 campaign, showing how these elements determined success or failure on the battlefield.

Military history enthusiasts and scholars of strategic studies will find Fuentes de Oñoro indispensable. It offers a fresh perspective on the logistical underpinnings of warfare, connecting historical analyses with enduring strategic principles relevant to modern military operations. The work’s appeal extends to anyone captivated by the complexities of leadership, decision-making, and resilience in war.

Using exhaustive research, Fuentes de Oñoro draws upon a wealth of previously unpublished archival material, shedding light on often-overlooked aspects of the campaign. Vivid narratives illustrate the events from the perspective of those directly involved.

Clear, concise, and engaging, the book avoids overwhelming readers with dense technical detail, instead offering an accessible and thought-provoking examination of the campaign. Whether you are an academic, a history buff, or a professional seeking strategic insights, the lessons within these pages are as relevant today as they were two centuries ago.

"Kenton White has produced a clear, steady and authoritative account of one of the more awkward, fascinating battles of the Peninsular War, relying on a well-paced and absorbing narrative that guides the reader through the messy realities of 1811 with calmness and precision....All in all, it is a measured, engaging and quietly impressive study—one that rewards a relaxed afternoon’s reading and leaves you with a solid appreciation of a complicated little corner of the Peninsular War." carryingsonupthedale.com

"...Readers with an interest in Wellington's campaigns in the Peninsula will surely applaud his approach and wish to add this excellent book to their libraries." Miniature Wargames Magazine, April 2026