1812: Napoleon I In Russia (1899)

""1812: Napoleon I In Russia"" is a historical book written by Vasilia Vasilevich Verestchagin in the year 1899. The book primarily focuses on the French invasion of Russia under the leadership of Napoleon Bonaparte in the year 1812. The author, who was a Russian painter and war correspondent, provides a detailed account of the events that took place during the invasion, including the battles, the military strategies, and the aftermath of the war. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the war. The author begins by describing the political and military situation in Europe during the early 19th century, which led to the invasion of Russia. He then moves on to discuss the preparations made by both the French and Russian armies before the war. The author provides a vivid description of the battles that took place during the war, including the Battle of Borodino, which was the largest and bloodiest battle of the war. He also discusses the tactics used by both armies during the war, including the use of artillery and cavalry. In addition to the military aspects of the war, the author also discusses the impact of the war on the civilian population, including the devastating effects of the scorched earth policy adopted by the Russians. He also describes the conditions faced by the soldiers on both sides, including the harsh winter conditions that contributed to the defeat of the French army. Overall, ""1812: Napoleon I In Russia"" is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most significant events in European history. The book provides readers with a detailed understanding of the military strategies, battles, and aftermath of the French invasion of Russia in 1812.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.