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Marshal Of France: The Life And Times Of Maurice, Comte De Saxe, 1696-1750

Marshal Of France: The Life And Times Of Maurice, Comte De Saxe, 1696-1750

White, Jon Manchip

Hardcover

Military BiographiesFiction AnthologiesFrench History

ISBN10: 1258033593
ISBN13: 9781258033590
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jun 5 2011
Pages: 340
Weight: 1.78
Height: 0.81 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Marshal of France: The Life and Times of Maurice, Comte de Saxe, 1696-1750 is a comprehensive biography of Maurice de Saxe, a French military commander who rose to prominence during the 18th century. Written by Jon Manchip White, the book explores de Saxe's life and career, from his birth in Saxony to his death as a celebrated marshal of France.The book covers de Saxe's early years, including his education and military training, as well as his service in various European armies. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with illness.As de Saxe's military career progressed, he became known for his innovative tactics and leadership abilities. He played a key role in several major battles, including the Battle of Fontenoy in 1745, where he led the French army to victory against the British.Throughout the book, White provides a detailed look at the political and social context of de Saxe's life, including the complex relationships between European powers and the impact of war on civilians.Overall, Marshal of France offers a fascinating portrait of a remarkable military leader and provides insight into the tumultuous era in which he lived.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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