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1809: Thunder On The Danube Napoleon'S Defeat Of The Habsburgs, Vol. 2: The Fall Of Vienna And The Battle Of Aspern
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In The Second Volume Of This Epic Work, John H. Gill Traces Napoleon'S Progress As He Sought To Complete His Victory Over The Habsburgs. The War Had Erupted On April 10Th With Austria'S Invasion Of Germany And Italy. After Just Two Weeks, Napoleon Had Battered The Habsburg Archduke Charles In A Series Of Bruising Defeats.This Volume Begins With A Napoleon Astride The Danube At Regensburg. He Faced A Critical Strategic Choice Whether To Pursue The Injured Austrian Main Army Into Bohemia Or March Directly For Vienna, The Seat Of Habsburg Power.After Electing To Target Vienna, His Troops Defeated The Austrians In The Brutal Battle Of Ebelsberg, Allowing Him To Enter The City On May 13Th. But Meanwhile, On The Far Side Of The Danube, He Suffered A Dramatic Loss At The Grueling, Twoday Battle Of Aspern. While His Danube Forces Recovered From This Setback, The Emperor Cleared Trouble From His Strategic Flanks.Gill Describes In Vivid Detail The Hopeful Habsburg Invasion Of Italy, Led By The 27Yearold Archduke Johann, And The Fierce French Counteroffensive Under Napoleon'S Stepson, Eugene De Beauharnais (Also Aged 27). In A Series Of Encounters Across Italy, De Beauharnais Rebounded From Initial Defeat To Advance Triumphantly Into Austrian Territory, Shattering And Scattering Johann'S Army. In The Wake Of Aspern, While The Austrians Vacillated, Napoleon Gathered Every Man, Horse And Gun Around Vienna, Setting The Stage For The Gigantic Spectacle Of The Battle Of Wagram, The Final Chapter In The Story Of The 1809 War.
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- Q: What is the main focus of '1809: Thunder on the Danube - Napoleon's Defeat of the Habsburgs, Vol. 2'? A: This volume details Napoleon's military strategies and battles during the 1809 war against the Habsburgs, focusing on significant events like the Fall of Vienna and the Battle of Aspern.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by John H. Gill, a historian known for his works on Napoleonic Wars.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 512 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, which provides durability and protection.
- Q: Is this book illustrated? A: Yes, this edition of the book is illustrated, enhancing the reader's experience with visual representations.
- Q: When was '1809: Thunder on the Danube - Napoleon's Defeat of the Habsburgs, Vol. 2' published? A: The book was published on April 21, 2009.
- Q: What are the primary themes explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of military strategy, leadership, and the dynamics of warfare during the Napoleonic era, particularly focusing on key battles and decisions.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style? A: Readers can expect a detailed and vivid narrative style, as John H. Gill is known for his thorough research and engaging storytelling.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to the subject of the Napoleonic Wars? A: Yes, while it provides detailed analysis, the engaging narrative makes it accessible for readers new to the subject.
- Q: Does this book provide insights into both French and Austrian perspectives during the war? A: Yes, the book offers insights into both sides, detailing the strategies and experiences of the French forces under Napoleon and the Habsburgs.