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The Francoprussian War: The German Conquest Of France In 18701871,Used
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The Francoprussian War Of 187071 Violently Changed The Course Of European History. Alarmed By Bismarck'S Territorial Ambitions And The Prussian Army'S Crushing Defeats Of Denmark In 1864 And Austria In 1866, French Emperor Napoleon Iii Vowed To Bring Prussia To Heel. Digging Into Many European And American Archives For The First Time, Geoffrey Wawro'S Francoprussian War Describes The War That Followed In Thrilling Detail. While The Armies Mobilized In July 1870, The Conflict Appeared 'Too Close To Call.' Prussia And Its German Allies Had Twice As Many Troops As The French. But Marshal Achille Bazaine'S Grognards ('Old Grumblers') Were The Stuff Of Legend, The Most Resourceful, Battlehardened, Sharpshooting Troops In Europe, And They Carried The Best Rifle In The World. From The Political Intrigues That Began And Ended The War To The Bloody Battles At Gravelotte And Sedan And The Last Murderous Fights On The Loire And In Paris, This Is The Definitive History Of The Francoprussian War. Dr. Geoffrey Wawro Is Professor Of Strategic Studies At The U.S. Naval War College In Newport, Rhode Island. Wawro Has Published Two Books: The Austroprussian War (Cambridge, 1996) And Warfare And Society In Europe, 17921914 (Routledge, 2000). He Has Published Articles In The Journal Of Military History, War In History, The International History Review, The Naval War College Review, American Scholar, And The European History Quarterly, And Opeds In The Los Angeles Times, New York Post, Miami Herald, Hartford Courant, And Providence Journal. Wawro Has Won Several Academic Prizes Including The Austrian Cultural Institute Prize And The Society For Military History Moncado Prize For Excellence In The Writing Of Military History. He Has Lectured Widely On Military Innovation And International Security In Europe, The U.S., And Canada And Is Host Of The History Channel Program Hardcover Historya Weekly Book Show With Leading Historians, Pundits, Critics, Statesmen And Journalists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Franco-Prussian War: The German Conquest of France in 1870–1871'? A: This book provides a detailed account of the Franco-Prussian War, highlighting the political intrigues, major battles, and the overall impact of the conflict on European history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Dr. Geoffrey Wawro, a Professor of Strategic Studies at the U.S. Naval War College.
- Q: What are the notable features of this book? A: Key features include its comprehensive analysis of military strategies, detailed descriptions of battles, and insights drawn from various European and American archives.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format, ensuring durability and a professional presentation.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 344 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the subject matter.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is well-suited for academic study as it includes extensive research and references, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars of military history.
- Q: When was 'The Franco-Prussian War' published? A: The book was published on August 25, 2003.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'The Franco-Prussian War: The German Conquest of France in 1870–1871'.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers various topics including the build-up to the war, key battles like Gravelotte and Sedan, and the implications of the war on European politics.
- Q: Can this book be used for casual reading? A: While it is academic in nature, the engaging writing style makes it accessible for casual readers interested in military history.