Forty Years After: The Story Of The Franco-German War, 1870 (1914) is a historical book written by Henry Christopher Bailey. The book is a detailed account of the Franco-German War that took place in 1870, which led to the unification of Germany under the leadership of Otto von Bismarck. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the political and military events leading up to the war, the battles fought during the war, and the aftermath of the conflict.Bailey's book is divided into several chapters, each of which ...
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Forty Years After: The Story Of The Franco-German War, 1870 (1914) is a historical book written by Henry Christopher Bailey. The book is a detailed account of the Franco-German War that took place in 1870, which led to the unification of Germany under the leadership of Otto von Bismarck. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the political and military events leading up to the war, the battles fought during the war, and the aftermath of the conflict.Bailey's book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Franco-German War. The book begins by examining the political and military situation in Europe in the mid-19th century, including the rise of Prussia and the decline of France. The author then delves into the causes of the war, including the dispute over the succession to the Spanish throne, which ultimately led to the conflict.The book provides a detailed account of the major battles of the war, including the Battle of Sedan, which resulted in the capture of Napoleon III and the fall of the Second French Empire. The author also describes the Siege of Paris, which lasted for several months and resulted in the surrender of the French capital.In addition to the military events of the war, Bailey also examines the social and cultural impact of the conflict on both France and Germany. He discusses the rise of nationalism in both countries and the impact of the war on the political and economic landscape of Europe.Overall, Forty Years After: The Story Of The Franco-German War, 1870 (1914) is a detailed and informative account of one of the most significant conflicts of the 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the causes, events, and aftermath of the war, making it an essential read for anyone interested in European history.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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