Campagne De France, 1870-1871

Campagne De France, 1870-1871: Journal D�������un Capitaine De Francs-Tireurs (1872) is a historical book written by Rene De Belleval. The book is a firsthand account of the events that took place during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871. The author, who was a captain of the Francs-Tireurs, provides a detailed and vivid description of the battles, skirmishes, and sieges that he and his men experienced during the war.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the war. The author begins by describing the initial stages of the conflict, including the mobilization of troops and the first battles. He then goes on to describe the siege of Metz, which was a key event in the war. The author provides a detailed account of the tactics used by both sides during the siege, as well as the suffering and hardships endured by the civilians caught in the crossfire.The book also covers the Battle of Sedan, which was a decisive victory for the Prussians. The author describes the chaos and confusion that ensued after the defeat, as well as the subsequent surrender of the French army. The book concludes with the aftermath of the war, including the signing of the Treaty of Frankfurt and the impact of the war on French society.Overall, Campagne De France, 1870-1871: Journal D�������un Capitaine De Francs-Tireurs (1872) is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the Franco-Prussian War. The author's firsthand account of the war provides readers with a detailed and engaging narrative that brings the events of the war to life.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.