The war drama of the Eagles : Napoleon's standard-bearers on the battlefield…
"The War Drama of the Eagles: Napoleon's Standard-Bearers on the Battlefield" by Edward Fraser is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the critical role of Napoleon's eagle standards during various battles from Austerlitz to Waterloo, highlighting the heroism and bravery exhibited by the soldiers bearing these emblems. Through unique stories and testimonies, it aims to celebrate not only the French soldiers under Napoleon but also
their British adversaries, offering insights into military life and the intense valor that defined this period. The opening of the work introduces the concept of the eagle as a pivotal symbol of the French Empire, detailing Napoleon's early decision in 1804 to adopt it as the military standard. It discusses the political backdrop of the time, including debates within Napoleon's council regarding appropriate symbols of authority, showcasing Napoleon's eventual choice of the eagle that linked him to historical figures like Charlemagne. The text sets the stage for the forthcoming narratives of battle, emphasizing the significance of both the eagle and its bearers in inspiring loyalty, honor, and a sense of identity among the troops facing tremendous challenges on the battlefield. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Fraser, Edward, 1859?- |
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| Title | The war drama of the Eagles : Napoleon's standard-bearers on the battlefield in victory and defeat from Austerlitz to Waterloo, a record of hard fighting, heroism, and adventure |
| Original Publication | London: John Murray, 1912. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Brian Coe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Campaigns |
| Subject | France -- History, Military |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Military leadership |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75293 |
| Release Date | Feb 5, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 226 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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