The social backdrop; vividly described; to one of the greatest battles in European history; Waterloo 1815The summer of 1815 saw the final and desperate efforts of European powers to usurp Napoleon's reign over France. The pivotal moment was unfolding in an age where war was a social occasion; the military urgency was matched only by the soldiers and their wives' frantic efforts to keep apace of the lavish balls which were being thrown. The intention to deny war with frivolity persevered until 15 June; when the tension broke; and troops exchanged dance partners for weapons and prepared for battle. Nick Foulkes captures the sense of what it was like to be at the very hub of events when the fate of Europe seemed to hang in the balance.
#1674391 in Books The History Press 2017-02-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x 1.00 x 6.00l; 1.14 #File Name: 0750966963272 pagesThe History Press
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A really good dip into Napoleonic historyBy CustomerClearly written and well developed story. Rarely do you get a regimental history that not only tells the significant campaign of the unit; but takes so much care to talk about the individual soldiers and their backgrounds. A really good dip into Napoleonic history..
