Battle of Fontenoy 1745: Saxe against Cumberland in the War of the Austrian Succession

The Battle of Fontenoy was a significant turning point in the War of the Austrian Succession, but it has been overlooked in depth. James Falkner's account provides a graphic description of the fighting and its context in the broader conflict of the eighteenth century, which shaped Europe's political landscape.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2019
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

The Battle of Fontenoy, a pivotal moment in the War of the Austrian Succession, has received limited scholarly attention despite its significance. In this insightful and pioneering account, James Falkner sets the record straight by providing a graphic depiction of the combat and placing it within the broader context of the eighteenth-century wars that shaped Europe. The conflict involved Great Britain, alongside its Austrian and Dutch allies, who fought to ensure Maria Theresa of Austria's ascension to the Holy Roman Empire's throne. Conversely, Louis XV's France aimed to weaken Austria by supporting a Bavarian candidate for the Imperial throne. On May 11, 1745, the two sides clashed in a fierce day-long battle at Fontenoy in the Austrian Netherlands, which had a profound impact on the course of the war. Falkner's narrative offers a captivating glimpse into the Battle of Fontenoy itself and provides valuable insights into the nature of warfare in Europe during the 18th century.

Weight: 514g
Dimension: 241 x 176 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526718419