Forty Years After

Forty Years After: The Story Of The Franco-German War, 1870 (1914) is a historical book written by Henry Christopher Bailey. The book is a detailed account of the Franco-German War that took place in 1870, which is considered to be one of the most important events in European history. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the causes and consequences of the war, as well as the military tactics and strategies employed by both sides. The author, Henry Christopher Bailey, was a British historian and journalist who had a keen interest in European history. He wrote the book in 1914, forty-four years after the end of the Franco-German War, and just before the outbreak of World War I. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the war. The first chapter provides an overview of the political and social conditions in Europe in the mid-19th century, which led to the outbreak of the war. The subsequent chapters cover the military campaigns, battles, and sieges that took place during the war, with a focus on the major events and turning points. The book also discusses the impact of the war on the political and social landscape of Europe, including the unification of Germany and the establishment of the French Third Republic. Overall, Forty Years After: The Story Of The Franco-German War, 1870 (1914) is a well-researched and informative book that provides a detailed account of one of the most significant events in European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in European history, military history, or the history of international relations.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.