The Memoirs of Baron De Marbot is a book written by Baron de Marbot, a French military officer who served during the Napoleonic Wars. The book is a personal account of his experiences and observations during the wars, including his participation in major battles such as the Battle of Waterloo and the Battle of Leipzig. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Marbot's military career, from his early days as a young officer to his eventual retirement. Marbot provides detailed descriptions of the battles he fought in, including the strategies and tactics used by both sides. He also writes about the political and social context of the wars, including the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte.Throughout the book, Marbot offers his personal opinions and insights on the events he witnessed. He writes about the bravery and courage of his fellow soldiers, as well as the mistakes and shortcomings of his commanders. He also reflects on the toll that war took on him and his comrades, both physically and emotionally.The Memoirs of Baron De Marbot is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of one of the most significant periods in European history. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in military history or the Napoleonic Wars.1894. The Memoirs of Baron de Marbot is considered to be one of the best written and most informative of all the memoirs to come out of the Napoleonic period. The book is an autobiographic account of Marbot��s life, which begins from his birth in 1782 to this death in 1854. Marbot was a Lieutenant-General in the French Army and aide de camp to several of Napoleon's Marshals. He went on more than one mission for the Emperor himself. He fought in nearly every campaign, from 1800 through Waterloo, and was present at many of the big battles of the era, usually in a position to give insights into core level decisions. This is definitely a must read for anyone interested in Napoleonic history.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.

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