The Armies of the First French Republic Vol 1-5 by R.W. Phipps

Product Details

• Format - Hardback
• Condition - Pages crisp and clear with tight binding. Michael Howard's book plate to inside cover of volumes 1-4. Dust jackets have some wear. Excellent condition considering their age. See images to fully assess condition.

Synopsis

3 volumes are first edition:

• Vol 1 - 1926 (1st edition)
• Vol 2 - 1968
• Vol 3 - 1931 (1st edition)
• Vol 4 - 1935 (1st edition)
• Vol 5 - 1968

Numerous fold out maps.

Monumental cornerstone work on the Revolutionary/Napoleonic Army and its commanders. This is a thoroughly documented work of immense scholarship. It is the treatise of an experienced and seasoned military man, whose criticism of strategy and tactics is always intelligent and to the point. He contributes something new to the campaigns with which he deals, even though his main interest in them is with the careers of the future Marshals. The French Field Armies of the Revolutionary Wars (1793-1800) formed the military education of the future Marshals.