Ribeiro's Account Of The Siege Of Colombo, 1655-56 (1891)

Ribeiro's Account of the Siege of Colombo, 1655-56 is a historical book written by Joao Ribeiro in 1891. The book provides a detailed account of the siege of Colombo, which took place in Sri Lanka between 1655 and 1656. Ribeiro, who was a Portuguese soldier and chronicler, was present during the siege and recorded his experiences in this book.The siege of Colombo was a significant event in the history of Sri Lanka, as it marked the end of Portuguese rule in the country. The Dutch East India Company, which had been trying to establish a foothold in Sri Lanka, launched an attack on Colombo, which was then under Portuguese control. The siege lasted for several months and was marked by intense fighting and bloodshed.Ribeiro's Account of the Siege of Colombo, 1655-56 provides a first-hand perspective on the events that took place during the siege. The book describes the strategies and tactics used by both sides, the hardships faced by the soldiers and civilians, and the final outcome of the siege. It also provides insights into the political and social conditions of Sri Lanka at that time.Overall, Ribeiro's Account of the Siege of Colombo, 1655-56 is a valuable historical document that sheds light on an important event in Sri Lanka's history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Sri Lanka, the Dutch East India Company, and the Portuguese empire.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.