The ""Journal Of The Waterloo Campaign V2: Kept Throughout The Campaign Of 1815"" is a historical book written by Alexander Cavalie Mercer and published in 1870. The book is a first-hand account of the events that took place during the Battle of Waterloo, which was fought on June 18, 1815, between the French army, led by Napoleon Bonaparte, and the British and Allied forces, commanded by the Duke of Wellington. Mercer was a British artillery officer who served in the campaign and his journal provides a detailed and vivid description of the events leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath. The book is divided into chapters that cover each day of the campaign, starting from June 15, 1815, when Napoleon began his march towards Brussels, to June 22, 1815, when the Allied forces entered Paris. The author's account is not only a valuable historical record but also a personal narrative of the experiences of a soldier in the battlefield. Mercer's journal provides insights into the tactics and strategies used by both sides, the challenges faced by the soldiers, and the emotions and feelings of those who fought in the battle. The book includes maps and illustrations that help the reader to visualize the battlefield and the movements of the armies. It also includes a detailed appendix that provides information on the casualties, the orders of battle, and the honours and rewards given to the soldiers who fought in the campaign. Overall, the ""Journal Of The Waterloo Campaign V2: Kept Throughout The Campaign Of 1815"" is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, the Napoleonic Wars, or the Battle of Waterloo. Mercer's personal account provides a unique perspective on one of the most important battles in European history.In Two Volumes.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.
