Synopses & Reviews
Drawing on memoirs, diaries, and letters of the time, this lively book explores what it was like to be a soldier on a Napoleonic battlefield. It considers the role of the artillery, infantry, and cavalry; the plight of the wounded; the way victories were decided; the mechanics of musketry, artillery, and cavalry charges; and much more.
Synopsis
What was it like to be a soldier on a Napoleonic battlefield? Drawing on memoirs, diaries, and letters of the time, explores what actually happened in battle. Researcher Rory Muir focuses on the dynamics of combat in the age of Napoleon, enhancing his analysis with vivid eye-witness accounts of those who participated. A fascinating read for anyone interested in military and European history or the psychology of combat.