Gustavus Adolphus V2: A History Of The Art Of War From Its Revival After The Middle Ages To The End Of The Spanish Succession War (1890) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781437003628)

Gustavus Adolphus V2: A History Of The Art Of War From Its Revival After The Middle Ages To The End Of The Spanish Succession War is a comprehensive historical account of the art of war from the Middle Ages to the end of the Spanish Succession War. Written by Theodore Ayrault Dodge and published in 1890, this book is the second volume of a two-part series that focuses on the military achievements of Gustavus Adolphus, the King of Sweden. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the art of war, including the development of military tactics, the evolution of weapons and technology, and the political and social factors that influenced military strategy. It also provides detailed accounts of several significant battles and campaigns, including the Thirty Years' War and the War of the Spanish Succession. Throughout the book, Dodge emphasizes the importance of military leadership and the role that individual commanders played in shaping the outcomes of battles and wars. He also examines the impact of cultural and technological changes on the art of war, including the introduction of gunpowder and the rise of professional armies. Overall, Gustavus Adolphus V2: A History Of The Art Of War From Its Revival After The Middle Ages To The End Of The Spanish Succession War is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of warfare and the evolution of military strategy. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the major events and trends that shaped the art of war from the Middle Ages to the early modern period.With A Detailed Account Of The Campaigns Of The Great Swede And Of The Most Famous Campaigns Of Turenne, Conde, Eugene, And Marlborough. 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.

Author: Theodore Ayrault Dodge
ISBN-10: 1437003621
ISBN-13: 9781437003628
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/18/2008
Pages: 460
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.86lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d