From bullet-pierced armor; skeletons of horses; medals; coins; and teeth of deceased soldiers—a rich trove of Waterloo treasure survives 200 years onObjects allow us to reach out and touch the past and they play a living role in history today. Through them we can come closer to the reality experienced by the soldiers who fought at Waterloo—that most iconic of all battles. Using stunning photography; rare objects from the Napoleonic era tell us their story of the battle. From the discomfort of the uniforms to the drama of the battle-drums echoing across the battlefield; by examining each object and its place in the Waterloo story; we reach a deeper understanding of what happened on the battlefield and its significance today. Gareth Glover takes us on a fascinating journey through 100 objects; from the rare to the memorable; in a unique testimony to the importance of the battle of Waterloo; 200 years on.
#2046119 in Books 2016-01-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 7.20 x 1.10 x 9.70l; .0 #File Name: 0748670416320 pages
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