John Kalb’s letters illuminate a soldier’s life in the Revolutionary War, with firsthand voice, courage, and clear-eyed observation.
This edition compiles the experiences of Major-General Kalb, drawn from his own letters and field accounts. Readers glimpse the daily grind of camp life, the rigors of marching and battle, and the emotional ties that tied him to his family back home. The narrative centers on key moments in the war, including daring operations and the human costs of conflict, all filtered through Kalb’s direct perspective and steadyminded character.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the life story of Johann Kalb, a German soldier who found fame fighting in the French army during the latter half of the 18th century. Born the son of a peasant, Kalb rose through the ranks to become a major in a foreign regiment of the French infantry. The author highlights Kalb's military exploits and his involvement in political matters. He served in various campaigns of the Seven Years' War, distinguishing himself as a brave and competent officer. Despite being a German, Kalb remained loyal to France, even when his country fought against it. He was involved in planning a French invasion of England, and later assisted in securing American support for the French cause in the American Revolution. The author also explores Kalb's motivations for serving in the French army, as well as the broader historical context of the era. He discusses the political and social conditions that led many Germans to seek military service abroad, and the impact of the Seven Years' War on the European balance of power. 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 9781330662977_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-9781330662977
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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-9781330662977
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)