Bombing 1866 Valparaiso
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British published book on the bombing of Valparaiso: "The Bombardment of Paradise." David J. Woods.
The Bombardment of Paradise
David J. Woods
Paperback: 268 pages Publisher
: WTA Publishing, 1st edition (25 Jan 2011)
ISBN-10: 283990800X
ISBN-13: 978-2839908009
The Bombardment of Paradise
David J. Woods
Paperback: 268 pages Publisher
: WTA Publishing, 1st edition (25 Jan 2011)
ISBN-10: 283990800X
ISBN-13: 978-2839908009
Product Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 1.5 cm
More information about the book http://www.tradeagenda.com/page14.htm
In Valparaiso, is available in the gallery of Jorge Martínez García (cf. http://www.jorher.com/ )
TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW PUBLISHED IN THE MERCURY FROM VALPARAISO. EDITION 30/01/1911.
http://www.mercuriovalpo.cl/prontus4_noticias/site/artic/20110130/pags/20110130000404.html
More information about the book http://www.tradeagenda.com/page14.htm
In Valparaiso, is available in the gallery of Jorge Martínez García (cf. http://www.jorher.com/ )
TRANSCRIPT OVERVIEW PUBLISHED IN THE MERCURY FROM VALPARAISO. EDITION 30/01/1911.
http://www.mercuriovalpo.cl/prontus4_noticias/site/artic/20110130/pags/20110130000404.html
European look to the bombardment of Valparaiso
Briton David J. Woods published in this city, his book "The Bombardment of Paradise", which reveals little-known corners of this conflict, which caused worldwide revulsion against Spain.
bombardment of Valparaiso by the English fleet, on March 31, 1866, was unnecessary, unjustified and buzzed diplomacy, commerce and governments, and by these and other reasons caused the rejection of the world press. Was the result of the triumph of the old ideas of national pride that were imposed on the new ideas of commercial interests.
These are some of the conclusions it has arrived the British journalist and expert on international trade, David J. Woods, reflected in a recent book, the fruit of long hours of work and research, both from domestic sources as in European archives.
The book was launched at the hall of the Anglican Church Saint Paul's Cerro Concepción, in an event organized by the Department of History at the Universidad Adolfo Ibanez and British Cultural Instituto Chileno de Valparaíso. The work is published in English, is entitled "The Bombardment of Paradise" and the cover is by renowned writer from Buenos Aires, Jorge Martínez García, showing precisely the bay where there were the tragic events and criticized. The author mentioned that they are taking steps to publish the book in English, since it is a topic of great interest for our environment.
Apart from addressing an international perspective the war with Spain and the bombing against port facilities and the city, which had no protection, since the existing old forts and batteries had been dismantled, the book includes valuable images of the time, some very little spread in our country.
the most important event
The presentation of the work, Buenos Aires and academic historian at the University Adolfo Ibáñez, Rodrigo Moreno Jeria, said that as the country's historical view has usually been directed from the capital, bombing , as historical fact, has been losing strength in the collective memory. Emphasized that if it had been the capital Valparaiso and Santiago bombarded the English had no doubt now be regarded as one of the most important events in our history.
also elaborated on the analysis and historical context of the conflict, reminding that our country declared war on Spain after solidarity with Peru. The English fleet in American waters was on a mission to recover lost ground, as well, by force, trying to recover with some monetary compensation, after losing the War of Independence. This adventure was also the purpose of installing to Spain again as a world power after the economic and political decline that had been submerged.
After holding the Chincha Islands from Peru, rich in the coveted guano, saw combat Papudo (November 26, 1865), in which the Admiral Williams Rebolledo, with the old and "Esmeralda", capture the schooner English "Virgen de Covadonga", using a clever ploy. This action humbled the English squadron commander, José Manuel Pareja, who committed suicide, noting he did not want to be buried in Chilean waters.
He was succeeded in command Admiral Casto Méndez Núñez, great temperament and who finally drove the bombardment of Valparaiso that caused by subsequent fires, over 200 million dollars in losses, according to calculations by Woods. Previously, on February 7, 1886, there had been fighting Abtao, between two and three Peruvian English ships and Covadonga together, causing the escape of the ships Hispanic. Prat and Grau agreed there, then as allies.
REASONS FOR THE CROWN
The author argues that the circumstances were different so that ultimately, from 9 am on March 31, 1866, the city was bombed for three hours, an action observed by the crew British warships and American.
In his view, were those most responsible for the decision of the English, were the foreign merchants of Valparaiso, particularly the British, as they urged that the city was a stronghold, as this could have led to stronger a war in which their interests would be at stake.
recalled that since the city was unprotected and the Chilean government was thinking of using torpedoes, as opposed traders as an attack on ships could mean the total destruction of the city.
WORLD PRESS
Spain was very bad off with this event and this was reflected in the great revulsion of the world press, which called arson and attacking a defenseless city. The only Briton who supported the English action was the "Times" of London, who was then a government spokesman.
Also, Woods notes that the huge losses and the passivity of the British Navy caused uproar in the British Parliament, led to claims of national shame and ruined the reputation of renowned personages of the time. "The Bombardment of Paradise" explores the roots of the conflict between Spain and Chile, examining the top-level efforts undertaken by the governments of Britain, France and Spain to seek a solution. Maintains that it was difficult to carry out in Chile effective diplomatic action, for while the acts were triggered, the instructions of the European capitals take three months to reach our country.
American sailors on several occasions tried to mediate the bombing was not consummated, and the foreign communities appreciated the efforts of Commodore John Rodgers, who commanded the fleet of five ships, who acknowledged that they were able to intervene, as the stakes were European.
After the bombing there was a general anti-English sentiment, remembering that three years ago (May 5 1863), had received some of these ships, as part of the flotilla of English Scientific Committee on the Pacific. Its members were entertained by the authorities and Latino communities in the harbor, with a banquet at the Victoria Theatre.
Chile
The armistice with Spain was signed in April 1871, at the initiative of the United States, while the treaty of peace and friendship between Chile and Spain was signed on June 12, 1883 in Lima, while the war ended Peru and Bolivia. Alfredo
Larreta
alarreta@mercuriovalpo.cl
bombardment of Valparaiso by the English fleet, on March 31, 1866, was unnecessary, unjustified and buzzed diplomacy, commerce and governments, and by these and other reasons caused the rejection of the world press. Was the result of the triumph of the old ideas of national pride that were imposed on the new ideas of commercial interests.
These are some of the conclusions it has arrived the British journalist and expert on international trade, David J. Woods, reflected in a recent book, the fruit of long hours of work and research, both from domestic sources as in European archives.
The book was launched at the hall of the Anglican Church Saint Paul's Cerro Concepción, in an event organized by the Department of History at the Universidad Adolfo Ibanez and British Cultural Instituto Chileno de Valparaíso. The work is published in English, is entitled "The Bombardment of Paradise" and the cover is by renowned writer from Buenos Aires, Jorge Martínez García, showing precisely the bay where there were the tragic events and criticized. The author mentioned that they are taking steps to publish the book in English, since it is a topic of great interest for our environment.
Apart from addressing an international perspective the war with Spain and the bombing against port facilities and the city, which had no protection, since the existing old forts and batteries had been dismantled, the book includes valuable images of the time, some very little spread in our country.
the most important event
The presentation of the work, Buenos Aires and academic historian at the University Adolfo Ibáñez, Rodrigo Moreno Jeria, said that as the country's historical view has usually been directed from the capital, bombing , as historical fact, has been losing strength in the collective memory. Emphasized that if it had been the capital Valparaiso and Santiago bombarded the English had no doubt now be regarded as one of the most important events in our history.
also elaborated on the analysis and historical context of the conflict, reminding that our country declared war on Spain after solidarity with Peru. The English fleet in American waters was on a mission to recover lost ground, as well, by force, trying to recover with some monetary compensation, after losing the War of Independence. This adventure was also the purpose of installing to Spain again as a world power after the economic and political decline that had been submerged.
After holding the Chincha Islands from Peru, rich in the coveted guano, saw combat Papudo (November 26, 1865), in which the Admiral Williams Rebolledo, with the old and "Esmeralda", capture the schooner English "Virgen de Covadonga", using a clever ploy. This action humbled the English squadron commander, José Manuel Pareja, who committed suicide, noting he did not want to be buried in Chilean waters.
He was succeeded in command Admiral Casto Méndez Núñez, great temperament and who finally drove the bombardment of Valparaiso that caused by subsequent fires, over 200 million dollars in losses, according to calculations by Woods. Previously, on February 7, 1886, there had been fighting Abtao, between two and three Peruvian English ships and Covadonga together, causing the escape of the ships Hispanic. Prat and Grau agreed there, then as allies.
REASONS FOR THE CROWN
The author argues that the circumstances were different so that ultimately, from 9 am on March 31, 1866, the city was bombed for three hours, an action observed by the crew British warships and American.
In his view, were those most responsible for the decision of the English, were the foreign merchants of Valparaiso, particularly the British, as they urged that the city was a stronghold, as this could have led to stronger a war in which their interests would be at stake.
recalled that since the city was unprotected and the Chilean government was thinking of using torpedoes, as opposed traders as an attack on ships could mean the total destruction of the city.
WORLD PRESS
Spain was very bad off with this event and this was reflected in the great revulsion of the world press, which called arson and attacking a defenseless city. The only Briton who supported the English action was the "Times" of London, who was then a government spokesman.
Also, Woods notes that the huge losses and the passivity of the British Navy caused uproar in the British Parliament, led to claims of national shame and ruined the reputation of renowned personages of the time. "The Bombardment of Paradise" explores the roots of the conflict between Spain and Chile, examining the top-level efforts undertaken by the governments of Britain, France and Spain to seek a solution. Maintains that it was difficult to carry out in Chile effective diplomatic action, for while the acts were triggered, the instructions of the European capitals take three months to reach our country.
American sailors on several occasions tried to mediate the bombing was not consummated, and the foreign communities appreciated the efforts of Commodore John Rodgers, who commanded the fleet of five ships, who acknowledged that they were able to intervene, as the stakes were European.
After the bombing there was a general anti-English sentiment, remembering that three years ago (May 5 1863), had received some of these ships, as part of the flotilla of English Scientific Committee on the Pacific. Its members were entertained by the authorities and Latino communities in the harbor, with a banquet at the Victoria Theatre.
Chile
The armistice with Spain was signed in April 1871, at the initiative of the United States, while the treaty of peace and friendship between Chile and Spain was signed on June 12, 1883 in Lima, while the war ended Peru and Bolivia. Alfredo
Larreta
alarreta@mercuriovalpo.cl
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