The Eagle's Last Triumph

The Eagle's Last Triumph1994
About this book
Covers Napoleon's campaign in Belgium in June of 1815, with particular emphasis on the battle at Ligny from mid-afternoon of 16 June to the early morning hours of 17 June. Argues that the actions of Napoleon and the Prussian general Bl©ơcher at Ligny laid the foundations for Napoleon's defeat by Wellington two days later at Waterloo.
Details
- First published
- 1994
- OL Work ID
- OL2978803W
Subjects
CampaignsLigny, Battle of, Ligny, Belgium, 1815Military leadershipNapoleonic Wars, 1800-1815