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Napoleon's ill-fated invasion of Russia in 1812 set the stage for a dramatic clash of empires. In Adam Zamoyski's Moscow 1812 , the meticulously researched narrative unveils the complex geopolitical factors and personal ambitions that propelled this historic conflict.
13 lis 2011 · Abstract. A major war between France and Russia, also known under its Russian name of the “Patriotic War” or “Fatherland War” of 1812. Following the Treaty of Tilsit in 1807, relations between France and Russia became increasingly tense.
Taking Moscow was not a strategic goal; rather, it was an operational and political prize, seizure of which would force the Russian army to fight, lose, and be destroyed.
Moscow 1812 by Adam Zamoyski is a gripping account of Napoleon's ill-fated invasion of Russia. Drawing on firsthand accounts and extensive research, Zamoyski brings to life the brutal campaign, the devastating effects of the Russian winter, and the ultimate downfall of the French army.
six days before departing with his army in the direction of Moscow. In less than three months' time, on 7/19 October, the retreat from Russia began as the Grand Army left Moscow. After the battle of Malojaroslavec (12-13/24-25 October) the French were obliged to retrace their steps to Smolensk and on 28 October/9 November the first French
20 maj 2018 · In 1812 the Russian artillery of the line comprised 44 heavy, 58 light and 22 horse-artillery batteries organised in 27 foot and 10 reserve brigades, besides single horse artillery batteries attached to the cavalry.
This abridged edition of Donald R. Hickey's comprehensive and authoritative The War of 1812: A Forgotten Conflict has been thoroughly revised for the 200th...
