William Gomm's first-hand account of the Napoleonic Wars is a fascinating and invaluable resource for historians and enthusiasts alike. From his time as a young lieutenant serving with the Duke of York to his promotion to General and subsequent service at Waterloo, Gomm's memoirs provide an incredible insight into one of the most significant and turbulent periods in modern European history. This edition, edited by F.C. Carr-Gomm, includes previously unpublished material from Gomm's personal papers and diary.

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