About this book
An Account of the expedition to Carthagena, with explanatory notes and observations by Charles Knowles delivers a vivid, first-hand chronicle of one of the 18th century’s most ambitious Caribbean campaigns. Blending meticulous history with gripping war stories, Knowles recounts the British expedition against Cartagena de Indias—its naval maneuvers, leadership decisions, logistical struggles, and the brutal reality of siege warfare during the War of Jenkins’ Ear.
Annotated with explanatory notes and candid observations, the narrative situates the campaign in the broader geopolitical clash between Britain and Spain, illuminating the challenges of command, weather, disease, and coordination in the Age of Sail. Readers gain access to detailed ship movements, council deliberations, and contemporary critiques that reveal why the expedition has long fascinated historians and military enthusiasts.
Ideal for listeners who love naval history, military strategy, and colonial-era accounts, this history and war stories hybrid offers both primary-source immediacy and thoughtful commentary. Perfect for students, reenactors, and fans of maritime conflict, Knowles’s account is an essential listen for anyone seeking a clear-eyed portrait of 18th-century warfare in the Caribbean.
