Recollections of Caulincourt V2: Duke of Vicenza (1838) is a memoir written by Armand-Augustin-Louis de Caulincourt, a French general and diplomat who served under Napoleon Bonaparte. In this book, Caulincourt recounts his experiences during some of the most significant events in French history, including the Battle of Austerlitz, the Russian Campaign, and the fall of Napoleon's empire.The memoir provides a unique perspective on these events, as Caulincourt was not only a witness but also a participant in many of them. He served as Napoleon's aide-de-camp and later as ambassador to Russia, where he witnessed firsthand the disastrous effects of the Russian Campaign on both the French army and the Russian people.Caulincourt also provides insights into Napoleon's character and leadership style, as well as his own role in the emperor's inner circle. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of France and Napoleon Bonaparte, as well as for those interested in military strategy and diplomacy.In Two Volumes.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.
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