The Art Of Warfare In The Age Of The MarlboroughDa Capo Press, 21 mrt 1995 - 317 pagina's A detailed study of warfare in the early 1700s, when Marlborough and his commanders developed new tactics for infantry, cavalry, artillery and siege engineers.“Chandler’s knowledge and research are meticulous, and his prose is graceful and lean . . . a truly valuable source for the serious student of military history.”—Military History |
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