Memoirs Of General Dumourier (1794)

By Charles Francois du Perier Dumouriez

Book Overview

Fran�����oisMemoirs of General Dumourier is an autobiographical account written by the French general Charles Fran�����ois Dumouriez, first published in 1794. The book chronicles Dumouriez's military career, including his service in the American Revolutionary War and his role in the French Revolution.Dumouriez was a key figure in the early stages of the French Revolution, serving as Minister of Foreign Affairs and leading the French army to several victories against the Austrians. However, he fell out of favor with the revolutionary government and defected to the Austrians in 1793.In his memoirs, Dumouriez offers a candid and detailed account of his life and career, providing insights into the political and military events of his time. He discusses his experiences in America, his relationships with key figures such as Lafayette and Robespierre, and his decision to defect to the Austrians.The book is considered an important historical document, providing a firsthand perspective on the French Revolution and the events leading up to it. It offers a unique insight into the mind of a key figure in the revolution and sheds light on the complex political and military landscape of the time.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436518415
• ISBN13: 9781436518413
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"