Christopher Summerville: 2 books

Book cover of Napoleon's Polish Gamble

Napoleon's Polish Gamble

Eylau & Friedland 1807 - Campaign Chronicles

by Christopher Summerville
Language: English
Release Date: September 30, 2005

Napoleon's 1807 campaign against the Russians came close to being his first defeat. At Eylau the Emperor was outnumbered by the army of the Russian commander Bennigsen, yet he accepted battle. His reputation was saved by the flamboyant Murat, who led one of the greatest cavalry charges in history....
Book cover of Who was Who at Waterloo

Who was Who at Waterloo

A Biography of the Battle

by Christopher Summerville
Language: English
Release Date: January 14, 2014

Everyone knows about the Battle of Waterloo – or do they? This book presents the battle as never before: through the personal stories of over 150 people present at the battle or its immediate aftermath. A reference book, a biographical dictionary, and a myth-busting expose, Who was Who at...
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