Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Baron Lejeune Volume 1 is a book written by Louis Francois Lejeune, a French soldier who served as an aide-de-camp to Marshals Berthier, Davout, and Oudinot during the Napoleonic Wars. The book was first published in 1897 and provides a detailed account of Lejeune's experiences during his military career. The memoirs cover Lejeune's early years as a soldier, his training, and his experiences during the campaigns in Italy, Egypt, and Russia. He also provides insights into the personalities and strategies of the generals he served under, including Napoleon Bonaparte himself. The book is written in a personal and engaging style, with Lejeune sharing his thoughts and feelings about the events he witnessed. He also includes sketches and drawings to illustrate the battles and landscapes he encountered. Overall, Memoirs of Baron Lejeune Volume 1 is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on the Napoleonic Wars from the point of view of a soldier who was present at some of the most significant battles of the time.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.
