{"product_id":"volunteers-of-the-empire-war-identity-and-spanish-imperialism-18551898-9781350281202","title":"Volunteers of the Empire: War, Identity, and Spanish Imperialism, 1855-1898","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Volunteers of the Empire by Padilla Angulo explores the history of a Spanish loyalist militia, The Volunteers, who fought to uphold Spanish imperial interests in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Santa Domingo, and the Philippines. The book highlights the relationship between local and imperial administrations and the contribution of voluntary units to colonial warfare. It reveals the complexity and diversity of The Volunteers, who were united in the defense of Spanish sovereignty in times of anti-colonial struggle. The Volunteers offer a fresh perspective on nation building, nationalism, and citizenship. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 264 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 January 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating book delves into the rich history of The Volunteers, a Spanish loyalist militia dedicated to upholding Spanish imperial interests and influence in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Santa Domingo, and The Philippines as the age of empire drew to a close. By examining the intricate relationship between local and imperial administrations and highlighting the significant role of voluntary units in colonial warfare, Padilla Angulo sheds light on how Spanish loyalism persisted in the colonies even as the last vestiges of empire crumbled. Volunteers of the Empire offers a profound exploration of the Volunteers themselves, revealing the diverse backgrounds of thousands of young men from Spanish, African, and Asian descent who united in the defense of Spanish sovereignty during times of anti-colonial struggle, often resembling civil wars in essence. Through their dynamic relationship with Spanish authorities, The Volunteers provide a unique lens into the global and local intricacies of nation-building, nationalism, and citizenship. This meticulously researched and engaging work offers a valuable addition to the field of history, shedding new light on the complex and fascinating era of Spanish imperialism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781350281202\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fernando J. Padilla Angulo","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44094212079866,"sku":"9781350281202","price":98.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1674216945776_book.jpg?v=1674558087","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/volunteers-of-the-empire-war-identity-and-spanish-imperialism-18551898-9781350281202","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}