Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Journey into the heart of a unique moment in French military history in this historical memoir. Dive into the diary of a young nobleman as he chronicles the mobilization of the 'arrià re-ban' militia in 1674, an archaic force summoned by Louis XIV to defend the realm amidst foreign threats. Experience the challenges and camaraderie of this impromptu army as they navigate the complexities of rank, privilege, and duty. The author's vivid account humanizes the often-overlooked 'arrià re-ban' and reveals their crucial yet paradoxical role in France's military history. The memoir also illuminates the complex relationship between nobility, governance, and military strategy, exposing fault lines that would eventually fissure during the French Revolution. This memoir offers a rich tapestry of personalities, quarrels, and military maneuvers, providing a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and deepening our understanding of the evolution of warfare and social structures in early modern France. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780656614325_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780656614325
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780656614325
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)