A detailed, compact volume examining the 1809 campaign on the Danube, which was to break the spell of Napoleon's invincibility. Wagram – the largest battle in history at the time – was Napoleon's revenge for his first personal defeat on the battlefield, at Aspern–Essling. In gaining this revenge the French commander was not wholly successful. Although the French won the battle as the Austrians eventually quit the field, the victory was an extremely hollow one. Both these epic battles are expertly described by Ian Castle, chronicling the many changes of fortune as each side captured, lost, then recaptured key positions.
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An account of the origins, events and outcome of the Battle of Wagram in 1809, one of the hardest fought of all Napoleon's victories. It took place against an Austrian army, eager for revenge, that left the battlefield without a rout despite having to admit defeat.
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The Road to War, 1809 Opposing Commanders Opposing Armies Opposing Plans Opening Moves The Battle of Aspern-Essling The Battle of Wagram Aftermath The Battlefields Today Chronology A Guide to Further Readin Wargaming the 1809 Campaign
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A detailed, compact volume examining the 1809 campaign on the Danube, which was to break the spell of Napoleon's invincibility.

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781855323667
Publisert
1994-05-26
Utgiver
Vendor
Osprey Publishing
Vekt
366 gr
Høyde
248 mm
Bredde
184 mm
Dybde
8 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
96

Forfatter

Om bidragsyterne

Ian Castle is a founder member of the Napoleonic Association, and is still very involved in their activities both in Britain and mainland Europe. Ian began writing over ten years ago and besides having numerous articles published in military magazines and journals, he has written or co-written eight books, four of which for the Osprey Campaign series.