Routledge - The Continental Commitment: Britain 1714-1793

Explore a deep historical analysis of British political and military strategies in this major work from Routledge. As modern debates regarding national interests and international relations continue, this book provides a necessary long view of the 18th century. It examines the complex relationship between Britain and Europe, specifically focusing on the era between 1714 and 1793. The text investigates the dual strands of the Continental commitment and British interventionism. Readers will gain insight into how Britain's rise to superpower status in Asia and America was connected to her involvement on the European continent. By assessing the Hanoverian period, this work offers a detailed look at the foundations of British foreign policy and the historical context of global influence.