The Background of Napoleonic Warfare: The Theory of Military Tactics in Eighteenth-Century France

The book ""The Background of Napoleonic Warfare: The Theory of Military Tactics in Eighteenth-Century France"" by Robert S. Quimby is a detailed examination of the military tactics and strategies that were developed in France during the 18th century, leading up to the Napoleonic Wars. The author explores the theories and practices of French military thinkers such as Guibert, Bourcet, and Gribeauval, and how their ideas influenced the tactics and strategies used by the French army during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. The book also examines the impact of social, political, and technological changes on military tactics during this period. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of the historical context and intellectual foundations of Napoleonic warfare, making it an essential read for military historians and enthusiasts.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.