Waterloo: 1815 (1905)

Waterloo: 1815 is a historical account of the famous battle of Waterloo, written by French historian Henry Houssaye and first published in 1905. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the events leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath. Houssaye draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official reports, eyewitness accounts, and personal letters, to provide a vivid and engaging narrative of one of the most significant battles in European history. He explores the military tactics and strategies employed by both the French and Allied forces, as well as the political and social context in which the battle took place. Houssaye also delves into the personalities of the key figures involved, including Napoleon Bonaparte, the Duke of Wellington, and Marshal Ney, offering insights into their motivations, strengths, and weaknesses. Overall, Waterloo: 1815 is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in military history, European history, or the Napoleonic era.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.