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 explores the Franco-German War that took place in 1870 and provides a detailed account of the events that led up to the war, the battles that took place, and the aftermath of the conflict. The book is written from the perspective of an Englishman looking back on the war forty years later. Bailey provides a comprehensive overview of the political and social factors that contributed to the war, including the tensions between France and Germany over the issue of Alsace-Lorraine. He also examines the military strategies employed by both sides during the conflict, including the use of new technologies such as the breech-loading rifle and the telegraph. In addition to the military and political aspects of the war, Bailey also delves into the human side of the conflict, exploring the experiences of soldiers and civilians on both sides of the conflict. He discusses the impact of the war on the people of France and Germany, including the economic and social changes that occurred as a result of the conflict. Overall, Forty Years After: The Story Of The Franco-German War, 1870 (1914) is a detailed and insightful account of one of the most important conflicts of the 19th century. Bailey's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Europe and the impact of war on society.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.