The Franco-German War Of 1870-71 (1892)

By Helmuth Karl Bernhard von Moltke and Henry W. [Translators] Field Marshal Count Helmuth von Moltke; Bell, Clara and Fischer

Book Overview

The Franco-German War of 1870-71 is a historical account written by Helmuth Von Moltke, a Prussian general who played a crucial role in the war. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the events leading up to the war, the military strategies employed by both sides, and the key battles that took place during the conflict.Moltke's account is based on his personal experiences as well as official records and documents, making it an authoritative and reliable source of information. The book also includes maps and illustrations that help to contextualize the events and provide a visual representation of the war.In addition to the military aspects of the conflict, Moltke also delves into the political and social factors that contributed to the outbreak of war, including the tensions between France and Germany, the ambitions of Napoleon III, and the rise of Prussia as a dominant power in Europe.Overall, The Franco-German War of 1870-71 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Europe in the late 19th century, and provides a fascinating insight into one of the most significant conflicts 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: 1165695820
• ISBN13: 9781165695829
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"