The Amazing Career of Bernadotte 1763 to 1844

The Amazing Career of Bernadotte 1763 to 1844, written by Sir Dunbar Plunket Barton, is a comprehensive biography of Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, a French Marshal who later became King of Sweden and Norway. The book covers Bernadotte's life from his birth in 1763 to his death in 1844, detailing his rise through the ranks of the French army, his service under Napoleon Bonaparte, and his eventual adoption by the Swedish royal family. Barton's biography delves into Bernadotte's military campaigns, including his role in the Battle of Austerlitz and the siege of Danzig, as well as his diplomatic efforts as Crown Prince of Sweden. The book also explores Bernadotte's personal life, including his marriage to D�����sir�����e Clary, his relationship with Napoleon, and his interactions with other notable figures of the time. Overall, The Amazing Career of Bernadotte 1763 to 1844 provides a detailed and engaging account of the life of one of Europe's most fascinating historical figures, shedding light on the political and military events of the early 19th century and the role that Bernadotte played in shaping them.1929. With portraits and illustrations. The story of Jean Baptiste Bernadotte, one of Napoleon Bonaparte's most controversial marshals, who rose through the ranks to become King Charles XIV of Sweden and, while regarded as a traitor by the French, began a long new royal dynasty that is still in existence today.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.