14 maps and diagrams and analysis of crucial moments in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars from the collected essays of one of the leading military historians of the twentieth century.The diverse array of subjects covered include the British campaign in Egypt in 1801; the battle of Maida; Napoleon's decisive victories at Marengo and Austerlitz; the Peninsular War; the Russian Army at war in 1807 and 1812; and the retreat from Moscow. The collection spans the entrie career of Dr. Chandler and demonstrates the depth of his research.David Chandler MAS; D. Litt.; French History; is the foremost authority on Napoleon and the author of such seminal works as The Campaigns of Napoleon and Napoleon's Marshals.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. A very interesting book on a somewhat obscure subject.By Bill WalshChronologically; as far as the subject matter of Willis' trilogy; this is the earliest book. As Willis freely states Benbow's early years are rather obscure. The author makes several conjectures as to how he may have acquired his navigational and general seamanship capabilities that were the foundation for his subsequent naval career. It is interesting to follow the speculation with all the caveats fully laid out. As with his other books Willis takes a broad view of both his subject and the contemporary times and provides a lot of contextual information. Benbow may have been his own worst enemy after achieving flag rank but was still a star performer within the royal navy of his day (latter 1600's to 1702). Of particular interest to me; new information; was his performance ashore in the naval shipyards and his work to improve the care of injured seamen. A good; well written volume.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Probably the best you will find about BenbowBy William T ShawIt was a good book; written in a reader friendly style but it felt a little off topic in sections. I feel this is because so little can be proven about Benbow and the author really went in detail about what can be; which to me led to some wandering but still a good read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Well researched and effectively toldBy Raymond VeitchThe author obviously is very interested in the Age of Sail; and is very illuminating in his explanations of the technicalities involved. He was able also to show the reader how the circumstances and limitations of the period had a major effect on events.
