Austerlitz: Napoleon and the Eagles of Europe

Ian Castle sheds new light on the Austerlitz campaign, exploring the myths and assumptions that have shaped our understanding of the event. He reconstructs the course of the action in every sector of the battlefield and re-evaluates the battle's place in the history and mythology of the Napoleonic era.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2019
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

In this captivating and meticulously illustrated new narrative, Ian Castle delves into the depths of Napoleon's most triumphant victory and the preceding campaign, shedding fresh light on the actions of the commanders and challenging the prevailing assumptions and exploring the myths that have shaped our understanding of this historic event. Spanning two centuries ago, this war unfolded across central Europe, and Castle's account meticulously traces every twist and turn of the conflict.

Moreover, he reconstructs the course of action in every sector of the Austerlitz battlefield, drawing upon French, Austrian, and Russian records, and re-evaluates the battle's significance in the history and mythology of the Napoleonic era.

Through his meticulous research and insightful analysis, Castle offers a fresh perspective on this pivotal moment in European history, challenging our preconceived notions and illuminating the complexities of the Napoleonic era. This captivating book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, European history, or the fascinating life and times of Napoleon himself.

Weight: 440g
Dimension: 156 x 233 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526752529