Publisher's Synopsis
""Beginnings of the Oldest European Alliance: England and Portugal, 1640-1661"" is a historical book written by Guernsey Jones and first published in 1919. The book delves into the early years of the alliance between England and Portugal, which is considered to be the oldest European alliance still in existence. The book explores the political and diplomatic events that led to the formation of this alliance, including the Portuguese Restoration War, which saw Portugal regain its independence from Spain in 1640. Jones also examines the role of key figures in the alliance, such as King Charles II of England and King John IV of Portugal, as well as the impact of the alliance on European politics and trade during the 17th century. Through meticulous research and analysis, Jones provides a detailed account of the origins of this important alliance, which has endured for over 350 years. The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of European diplomacy and international relations.""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.
