The History of Waterloo (eBook)

Enriched edition. The Military History of the Battle

John Codman Ropes (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
392 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778688-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "The History of Waterloo," John Codman Ropes offers a meticulous and vibrant account of one of history's pivotal battles, engaging readers with a narrative style that is both analytical and evocative. Ropes delves into the strategic complexities, key figures, and socio-political ramifications of the 1815 conflict, weaving a rich tapestry of military history intertwined with broader European context. His use of primary sources and contemporary accounts amplifies the authenticity of the narrative, while his insightful commentary on the battle's consequences resonates throughout the text, marking it as a significant scholarly contribution to the field of military history. John Codman Ropes, an American historian and military aficionado, draws from an extensive background in the study of European warfare and a profound understanding of the Napoleonic era. His passion for military strategy, shaped by both personal exploration and academic rigor, informs this compelling work. Ropes' experiences and research underscore a commitment to provide readers with not just a chronicle of events, but an analysis of the broader implications that the Battle of Waterloo had on Europe and beyond. I wholeheartedly recommend "The History of Waterloo" to readers interested in military history, strategic studies, and Napoleonic warfare. Ropes' scholarly approach, combined with his engaging narrative, makes this work an indispensable resource for both history enthusiasts and academics alike.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 23.12.2023
• Einführung: Shane Payne
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Shane Payne
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Neuzeit (bis 1918)
• Schlagworte: 1815 European conflicts • A History of France • A World Restored • Battle of Waterloo • battle strategies analysis • Biographical accounts • campaigns and battles • Comprehensive historical research • detailed battle account • Duke of Wellington • European History • European warfare examination • French Revolution • Hero of Two Worlds • historical accounts • Historical military narrative • military history • Military Strategy • Military tactics discussion • Napoleon Bonaparte • Napoleonic Wars history • Political impact assessment • The Battle of Borodino • The Battle of Znaim • The Count of Monte Cristo • The Keeper of Happy Endings • The Napoleonic Wars • The Women of Chateau Lafayette • Victorian historiography trends • warfare tactics