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Tango01  | 27 Aug 2024 5:02 p.m. PST |
…Campaigns of 1793, 1794, and 1795 in Flanders, Brabant, Holland, and Westphalia.
"This book is a comprehensive exploration of the role played by Hessian troops during the tumultuous years of the French Revolutionary Wars. Authored by an expert historian, the book offers a meticulously researched account of the Hessian military involvement in key campaigns across Europe during this period.One of the notable strengths of this book is its detailed analysis of the strategic decisions, battles, and the broader geopolitical landscape that shaped the actions of Hessian forces. Readers gain insight into the motivations behind the Hessian participation in these conflicts, shedding light on both the political and military considerations that influenced their engagements.Moreover, the author provides a nuanced portrayal of the Hessian soldiers themselves, delving into their training, tactics, and experiences on the battlefield. Through firsthand accounts and archival sources, the book brings to life the challenges faced by these soldiers as they navigated the complexities of war in foreign lands."
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| Prince of Essling | 28 Aug 2024 1:26 p.m. PST |
If you can understand German save yourself some money and read the original books! Die Hessen in den Feldzügen von 1793, 1794 und 1795 in Flandern, Brabant, Holland und Westphalen
Maximilian Joseph Karl Freiherr von Ditfurth
Bohné, Kassel 1839 – 1840
Volume 1 (Geschichte des Feldzugs von 1793 in Flandern) link (tables & maps are folded out)
Volume 2 (Geschichte der Feldzüge von 1794 und 1795) link (maps are folded out) Die Erstürmung von Frankfurt durch die Hessen am 2. Dezember 1792
Maximilian Joseph Karl Freiherr von Ditfurth
Fischer, Kassel 1842
link Die Hessen in den Feldzügen in der Champagne, am Maine und Rheine während der Jahre 1792, 1793 und 1794
Maximilian Joseph Karl Freiherr von Ditfurth
Elwert 1881
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| Tango01 | 28 Aug 2024 4:01 p.m. PST |
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| Gazzola | 29 Aug 2024 2:05 p.m. PST |
Looks an interesting book. The first of two volumes. Luckily for me I'm in an 1808 mode at the moment, so as interesting as they are I will resist. Well, for now anyway. LoL |
| Tango01 | 29 Aug 2024 4:04 p.m. PST |
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