Memoirs of a General Count Rapp (1823)

Memoirs Of A General Count Rapp is a book written by Jean Rapp, a French general who served under Napoleon Bonaparte during the Napoleonic Wars. The book was first published in 1823 and is an autobiographical account of Rapp's life and military career. The book begins with Rapp's childhood and early life in Colmar, France, and goes on to describe his entry into the French army. Rapp provides a detailed account of his experiences as a soldier during the French Revolutionary Wars and the Napoleonic Wars. He fought in many of the major battles of the time, including the Battle of Austerlitz and the Battle of Borodino.Rapp also writes about his relationship with Napoleon, whom he served as a close aide-de-camp. He provides insights into Napoleon's personality and leadership style, as well as his own experiences of working closely with the Emperor.The book also covers Rapp's experiences as a diplomat, including his role in negotiating the Treaty of Fontainebleau, which ended Napoleon's reign and sent him into exile on the island of Elba.Memoirs Of A General Count Rapp is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the Napoleonic Wars and the life of one of Napoleon's closest confidants. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the life of Napoleon Bonaparte.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.