The Biography of the Late Marshal Foch
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ISBN10: 1162592354
ISBN13: 9781162592350
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 542
Weight: 2.65
Height: 1.09 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781162592350
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 542
Weight: 2.65
Height: 1.09 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Biography of the Late Marshal Foch by George Aston is a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of one of the most important military leaders of the 20th century. Marshal Ferdinand Foch was a French general and commander-in-chief during World War I, who played a pivotal role in the Allied victory. The book traces Foch's life from his childhood in the French countryside to his military education at the prestigious �����cole Polytechnique and his rise through the ranks of the French army. The author explores Foch's strategic and tactical genius, his leadership style, and his contributions to the development of modern warfare. The book also delves into Foch's personal life, including his marriage, his relationships with other military leaders, and his political views. Aston draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Foch's own writings and correspondence, to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of this remarkable figure. This biography is an essential read for anyone interested in military history, leadership, and the challenges of war.1929. Marshal Foch was the great French Marshal who led the Allied armies to decisive victory during the last year of World War I. The author gathered the knowledge of Foch's life from lifelong supporters of the great leader, and French and British Staff officers who had been intimately connected with him in the days of his triumph. Foch's strength lay in the imponderables beyond mortals' knowledge. His character is what led the Allied armies, after long endurance and steadfast resistance, to victory.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.
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