La Guerra

Description

The story of Philip II's reign is a chronicle of invasion, intervention, suppression, and colonial expansion. This program evaluates the martial record of Philip II, ranging from his victories against France, Portugal, and the Ottoman Empire to the ignominious defeat of his "Invincible Armada," sent against England. Philip II biographer Geoffrey Parker, Adreas Dorpalen Professor of History at The Ohio State University and author of The Grand Strategy of Philip II, is featured.

Runtime

55 min

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Geography

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Date of Publication

[2005], c1998

Database

Films on Demand

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