Mémoires du maréchal Marmont, duc de Raguse (8/9)   By: Auguste Frédéric Louis Viesse de Marmont (1774-1852)

Mémoires du maréchal Marmont, duc de Raguse (8/9) by Auguste Frédéric Louis Viesse de Marmont is a detailed and compelling account of the Napoleonic Wars from the perspective of a key figure in French military history. Marmont provides valuable insight into the strategies, battles, and political intrigues of the time, offering a firsthand look at the challenges and triumphs faced by Napoleon's army.

The author's writing style is engaging and informative, making it easy for readers to follow along with the narrative. Marmont's descriptions of the personalities and events he encountered during his military career are vivid and captivating, providing a unique glimpse into this tumultuous period in European history.

Overall, Mémoires du maréchal Marmont, duc de Raguse (8/9) is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the Napoleonic era. Marmont's personal account offers a valuable perspective on the challenges and complexities of warfare, as well as the moral dilemmas faced by soldiers in times of war. This book is sure to appeal to history buffs and enthusiasts of military memoirs alike.

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SOMMAIRE. Mesures sur la censure et sur les officiers généraux. Sacre du roi à Reims. Anecdote sur Moncey. Premiers symptômes du changement de l'opinion publique. Influence croissante du clergé. Anecdote. Indemnité des émigrés. Mort de l'empereur Alexandre. Circonstances qui accompagnèrent l'arrivée de Nicolas au trône impérial. Courage et inspiration heureuse de Nicolas. Paroles de l'impératrice mère. Je suis envoyé ambassadeur extraordinaire en Russie. La cour de Weimar. La cour de Berlin. L'armée prussienne. Charlottenbourg. Berlin. Environs de Saint Pétersbourg. L'empereur Nicolas. L'impératrice. Saint Pétersbourg et Pierre le Grand. Inondations de Saint Pétersbourg... Continue reading book >>