Hugh Thomas, Baron Thomas of Swynnerton

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1. When was Hugh Thomas, Baron Thomas of Swynnerton born?October 21, 1931
2. When did Hugh Thomas, Baron Thomas of Swynnerton die?May 7, 2017
3. What is the most celebrated work?The Spanish Civil War (first published 1961)
4. What is the title conferred?Baron Thomas of Swynnerton (1991)
5. Who was Hugh Thomas?Hugh Thomas was a smart writer and historian who studied big wars, especially the Spanish Civil War.
6. What is his famous book?His famous book is "The Spanish Civil War," published in 1961, which explains the war in detail.

Historical Synthesis: The process of combining various historical facts and interpretations into a coherent and comprehensive understanding.
Ideological Warfare: Conflict driven by fundamental differences in beliefs, political systems, and worldviews.
Peerage: A system of hereditary or life titles in the United Kingdom, granting noble status and often a seat in the House of Lords.