Download or read book Napoleon s Admirals written by Richard Humble and published by Casemate. This book was released on 2019-12-19 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A most readable and interesting work . . . deserves a place on the shelves of anyone interested in war at sea during the Great French Wars.” —Nautical Research Journal On the four sides of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, serried tablets display the names of 660 honored commanders of the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. Most are those of generals and marshals of the French Army—but 26 of them are those of admirals, commanders of the fleets of Republican and Napoleonic France. In Napoleon’s Admirals, Richard Humble presents not only their individual stories, but an entirely new appraisal of the Anglo-French naval war of 1793-1814: the longest sea war in modern history. Many myths are exploded in this book—from the long-held idea that aristocratic officers of the French Navy emigrated en masse when the Revolution came, leaving the Navy leaderless and doomed to repeated defeats at sea, to the popular British belief that the naval war ended with Nelson’s victory at Trafalgar. Of the 26 “Admirals of the Arc,” 23 had learned their trade in the French royal and merchant navies of the ancien régime. Republican France could call on a wide range of seasoned combat veterans from the American Revolutionary War (1778-83), whose stories are a revelation in themselves. In his account of the men who imposed such a strain in on the world’s greatest Navy for 21 years, Richard Humble has provided a remarkable addition to the well-worn pages of conventional naval history. “Not only authoritative; it makes a very enjoyable and instructive read.” —The Napoleon Series “Fills a major gap in this largely neglected period in French naval history.” —International Journal of Maritime History
Download or read book British Admirals of the Napoleonic Wars written by Peter Le Fevre and published by Bloomsbury Academic. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although Nelson was the most prominent naval officer of the age, he was only the most successful of a outstanding group of commanders that led the Royal Navy to its unprecedented success in the wars of 1793-1815. The contribution of his contemporaries has been neglected, however, largely because so few admirals have received proper modern study. This volume sets out to adjust the record by providing a series of in-depth biographical essays of the most important figures, each written by a well-known specialist in the field. Since every chapter was commissioned specially for this book, the coverage has been organised to dovetail perfectly, resulting in a coherent history of the art of command in the sailing navy at its apogee. At around 10,000 words, each essay is substantial and allows the author scope for both detail and argument. Each of the contributors is a recognized authority and the resulting book is largely based on original and unpublished research. Following the pattern of the well-received Precursors of Nelson, this book is a major contribution to the naval history of the great French wars. It will become required reading for every historian of the period.
Download or read book Napoleon s Last Voyages written by Sir Thomas Ussher and published by . This book was released on 1895 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Admiral Saumarez Versus Napoleon written by Tim Voelcker and published by Boydell & Brewer Ltd. This book was released on 2008 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detailed investigation of the key role played by Admiral Saumarez in the continuing naval warfare against Napoleon.
Download or read book Admiral Lord Keith and the Naval War Against Napoleon written by Kevin D. McCranie and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "McCranie's book is the first modern biography of Keith, who learned the art of commanding single ships and small squadrons during the American Revolution. Keith eventually commanded four major fleets - the Eastern Seas, the Mediterranean, the North Sea, and the Channel. Though he had never led a fleet into battle, Keith supported joint operations with the British army and its allies while simultaneously maintaining command of the sea and ensuring the free passage of commerce.".
Download or read book Reminiscences of a Naval Officer written by Abraham Crawford and published by Bloomsbury Academic. This book was released on 1999 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Number four in the 'Sailors' Tales' series contains the reminiscences of Captain Abraham Crawford, who served during the Napoleonic Wars, from 1801 to 1815, first with Captain Sir Edward Owen in the blockading squadron off Boulogne, participating in the attempted attack on the French fleet in port using Fulton's 'torpedoes', and later with Admiral Duckworth's squadron in the Mediterranean during the war with Turkey. He was involved in the Navy's support of the army in the Peninsula War, serving on the east coast of Spain at the siege of Tarragona. Amongst other unlikely details of naval life he describes how to turn the quarterdeck of a frigate into a dance floor when giving a ball on board. lmprobable incidents and intimate descriptions of shipboard life make Crawford's memoirs compulsive reading. --Publisher.
Download or read book Napoleon s Last Voyages written by Thomas Ussher and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the last voyages of Napoleon Bonaparte, as recorded in the diaries of Admiral Sir Thomas Ussher and John R. Glover. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the events leading up to Napoleon's exile and death on the island of Saint Helena. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Napoleon s Last Voyage written by Thomas Ussher and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-01-07 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These are the first hand accounts of Napoleon days in exile after his second defeat in 1815, written by the British officers posted to guarded the deposed Emperor.
Download or read book Beware of Heroes written by Peter Shankland and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Admirals of France written by Source Wikipedia and published by Booksllc.Net. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 36. Chapters: Admiral of France, Albin Roussin, Andre de Brancas, Andre de Laval-Montmorency, Anne de Joyeuse, Armand Joseph Bruat, Cesar, Duke of Vendome, Charles, Duke of Mayenne, Charles Baudin, Charles de Gontaut, duc de Biron, Charles Rigault de Genouilly, Claude d'Annebault, Ferdinand-Alphonse Hamelin, Francois Thomas Trehouart, Gaspard II de Coligny, Guillaume Gouffier, seigneur de Bonnivet, Henri de Sourdis, Henri II de Montmorency, Hugues Quieret, Jacques Aymar de Roquefeuil et du Bousquet, Jean de Vienne, Jean Louis de Nogaret de La Valette, Jean V de Bueil, Joachim Murat, Leonard Charner, Louis, Count of Vermandois, Louis Alexandre, Count of Toulouse, Louis de Culant, Louis Jean Marie de Bourbon, Duke of Penthievre, Luis de la Cerda, Marie-Alfred de Suin, Philippe de Chabot. Excerpt: Marshal of France and Grand Admiral or Admiral of France Joachim-Napoleon Murat (French pronunciation: (born Joachim Murat; Italian: 25 March 1767 - 13 October 1815) 1st Prince Murat, was Grand Duke of Berg from 1806 to 1808 and then King of Naples from 1808 to 1815. He received his titles in part by being the brother-in-law of Napoleon Bonaparte, through marriage to Napoleon's youngest sister, Caroline Bonaparte. He was noted as a daring and charismatic cavalry officer as well as a flamboyant dresser and was known as "the Dandy King." Joachim Murat was born on 25 March 1767 in La Bastide-Fortuniere, (renamed Labastide-Murat after its renowned citizen), in the Lot department of France, in the former province of Guyenne, to Pierre Murat-Jordy, (d. 27 July 1799), an affluent farmer and an innkeeper, and his wife Jeanne Loubieres (La Bastide Fortuniere, b. 1722 - La Bastide Fortuniere, d. 11 March 1806), daughter of Pierre Loubieres and of his wife Jeanne Viellescazes. Pierre Murat-Jordy was the son of Guillaume Murat...
Download or read book In Nelson s Wake written by James Davey and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2016-03-17 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Battles, blockades, convoys, raids: An “impressive” account of how the indefatigable British Royal Navy ensured Napoleon’s ultimate defeat (International Journal of Military History). Horatio Nelson’s celebrated victory over the French at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 presented Britain with an unprecedented command of the seas. Yet the Royal Navy’s role in the struggle against Napoleonic France was far from over. This groundbreaking book asserts that, contrary to the accepted notion that the Battle of Trafalgar essentially completed the Navy’s task, the war at sea actually intensified over the next decade, ceasing only with Napoleon’s final surrender. In this dramatic account of naval contributions between 1803 and 1815, James Davey offers original and exciting insights into the Napoleonic wars and Britain’s maritime history. Encompassing Trafalgar, the Peninsular War, the War of 1812, the final campaign against Napoleon, and many lesser known but likewise crucial moments, the book sheds light on the experiences of individuals high and low, from admiral and captain to sailor and cabin boy. The cast of characters also includes others from across Britain—dockyard workers, politicians, civilians—who made fundamental contributions to the war effort, and in so doing, both saved the nation and shaped Britain’s history.
Download or read book Decline And Fall Of Napoleon s Empire written by Digby Smith and published by Frontline Books. This book was released on 2005-06-01 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Until now, there has been no study of the significant errors that Napoleon made himself which, though apparently trivial at the time, proved to be major factors in his downfall. Digby Smith tracks his rise to power, his stewardship of France from 180415, and his exile. He highlights his military mistakes, such as his unwillingness to appoint an effective overall supremo in the Iberian Peninsula, and the decision to invade Russia while the Spanish situation was spiralling out of control.
Download or read book Trafalgar s Lost Hero written by Max Adams and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-08-05 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This surprising treat for lovers of naval history and real-life adventure traces Collingwood's exploits from his harsh coming of age at sea through his storied service in the American Revolution to the long and bitter struggle with Napoleon. Collingwood emerges as a wily and daring commander who was at his steely-eyed best when outgunned by the enemy. His coolness under fire is revealed in lively accounts of his rescuing Nelson from destruction and the entrapment of a 26-ship enemy fleet with a tiny, four-vessel squadron. At Trafalgar, he was seen calmly munching an apple as he led his squadron, guns blazing, into furious battle. It was Collingwood, himself devastated by the loss, who delivered the news of Nelson's death to a nation stunned by the tragic price of victory.".
Download or read book Napoleon s Last Voyages written by Sir Thomas Ussher and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2021-09-09 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Navies of the Napoleonic Era written by Otto von Pivka and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Nelson and Napoleon written by Christopher Lee and published by Faber & Faber. This book was released on 2014-11-20 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Horatio Nelson is Britain's greatest naval hero; Trafalgar, in 1805, her greatest naval victory. Nelson and Napoleon, first published in 2005, is the story of how Britannia came to rule the waves for more than a hundred years. Christopher Lee re-examines the myths of Trafalgar, plotting Napoleon's overweening ambition to invade England and Nelson's single-minded dedication to seeking glory. He shows how Villeneuve had worked out Nelson's famous plan of attack, and demonstrates how the battle could easily have turned the other way. Lee also paints a vivid picture of the protagonists: particularly of the creation of a national hero in Nelson and his intense rivalry with Napoleon. 'Christopher Lee's vivid and painstaking account cuts through the folklore, replacing it with wonderful insights into early nineteenth-century Britain and Europe.' Daily Express
Download or read book The Man who Burned the White House written by A. James Pack and published by Hyperion Books. This book was released on 1987 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Researched from the Cockburn papers- biography of the English Navy Admiral who planned and executed the burning of Washington including the White House in 1814, a friend and shipmate of Hardy, Nelson, Thomas Byam Martin et al., Napoleon's gaoler at St.Helena, and his time in Parliament.
