The Campaign Of Marengo: With Comments (1897)

By Herbert Howland Sargent

Book Overview

The Campaign of Marengo: With Comments (1897) is a historical book written by Herbert Howland Sargent. The book provides a detailed account of the Battle of Marengo, which took place on June 14, 1800, between the French army, led by Napoleon Bonaparte, and the Austrian army, led by General Michael von Melas. The battle marked a turning point in the French Revolutionary Wars and paved the way for Napoleon's rise to power.Sargent's book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a comprehensive overview of the events leading up to the Battle of Marengo, including the political and military situation in Europe at the time. The second part is a detailed analysis of the battle itself, with Sargent examining the strategies and tactics used by both sides.Throughout the book, Sargent offers his own comments and insights into the battle, drawing on his extensive knowledge of military history. He also includes a number of maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the complex terrain and movements of the armies during the battle.Overall, The Campaign of Marengo: With Comments (1897) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, particularly the Napoleonic Wars. Sargent's detailed and insightful analysis of the Battle of Marengo provides a fascinating glimpse into one of the most significant battles of the era.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165782952
• ISBN13: 9781165782956
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"