Waterloo: The Campaign and Battle sheds new light on a pivotal clash, examining strategy, leadership, and luck in equal measure. This edition analyzes how Wellington, Blucher, and Napoleon shaped the battle’s course, separating myth from the record with careful, vigorous argument.
The text frames the scope: a close, critical look at key moments, choices, and the interplay of forces that decided Waterloo. It weighs the performances of the leading figures, the tempo of the fight, and the endurance of the troops, all while questioning long-held narratives.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed analysis of the Battle of Waterloo, examining the strategies and mistakes of Napoleon Bonaparte. The author challenges the traditional view of Napoleon as a brilliant military strategist, arguing that his actions during the campaign were marked by hesitation and poor decision-making. The book places the battle within the broader context of the Napoleonic Wars and explores the complex political and military factors that led to Napoleon's downfall. It delves into the reasons why the French army was defeated, despite its superior numbers and experience, and highlights the role of the Prussian forces in securing an Allied victory. Through a thorough examination of primary sources and expert analysis, this book sheds new light on one of the most pivotal battles in European history, revealing the complexities and human drama that shaped its outcome. 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 9781332602247_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-9781332602247
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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-9781332602247
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)