A gripping window into the life of a Napoleonic-era officer through his letters and career milestones.
Two short paragraphs frame the scope: This nonfiction volume traces the long career of Comte Régis de Trobriand, a Major-General whose path spans major campaigns and strategic missions. It presents letters and notes that illuminate the challenges, loyalties, and daily life of soldiers and officers across Europe and the United States. The book blends personal correspondence with military history to offer a grounded view of leadership, discipline, and the costs of war.
- Read first-hand letters from generals and colleagues that reveal motives, tensions, and camaraderie.
- See how a soldier describes campaigns, command decisions, and the realities of life in camp and on the move.
- Gain context for major battles and campaigns that shaped 19th-century military history.
- Discover connections between European conflicts and American military history through personal accounts.
Ideal for readers of military history, biography, and correspondence from the age of empire.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book narrates the exciting life and times of Philippe Rà gis Denis de Kà rà dern de Trobriand, a prominent French general who fought in the tumultuous era of the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. From his noble Breton lineage to his service in the Austrian army against Napoleon, the author traces Trobriand's remarkable military career. The book explores the horrors of war and the political turmoil that engulfed France during this period, providing a gripping account of Trobriand's experiences and the challenges he faced. The author also delves into the general's personal life, including his marriage and the birth of his children. Through the lens of Trobriand's life, this book offers a captivating glimpse into a pivotal era in French history, highlighting the sacrifices and triumphs of a man who witnessed some of its most defining moments. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333425197_0
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