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1897. With Numerous Illustrations. The author attempts to present a fair portrait of Wellington whose reputation in the past has been under partial eclipse and believes the least admirable traits in his character have been unduly emphasized such as his being harsh, unsympathetic, ungrateful, without strong affection, whether as a son or father; taking all to his own credit, passing on little praise and fame to those who chiefly helped him to his great successes.Griffiths, Arthur is the author of 'Wellington His Comrades and Contemporaries', published 2007 under ISBN 9780548014141 and ISBN 0548014140.
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