The Imperial Guard Of Napoleon - Joel Tyler Headley

The Imperial Guard of Napoleon: From Marengo to Waterloo is a historical book written by Joel Tyler Headley in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Imperial Guard, which was a highly prestigious military unit that served under Napoleon Bonaparte during his reign as Emperor of France. The book covers the history of the Imperial Guard from its formation in 1804 to its final battle at Waterloo in 1815. It details the various battles and campaigns in which the Guard participated, including Austerlitz, Borodino, and Leipzig. The author also provides insight into the organization and structure of the Guard, as well as its uniforms, weapons, and tactics.Headley's book is based on extensive research and includes firsthand accounts from soldiers who served in the Imperial Guard. He also includes anecdotes and stories about the Guard's most famous members, such as Marshal Ney and General Drouot.Overall, The Imperial Guard of Napoleon: From Marengo to Waterloo is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Napoleon's military campaigns and the role of the Imperial Guard. It provides an in-depth look at one of the most elite military units in history and sheds light on the tactics and strategies that made Napoleon such a formidable military leader.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781104395339