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The Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World From Marathon to Waterloo

The Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World From Marathon to Waterloo

Sir Edward Shepherd Creasy

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Double9 Books LLP
Año de edición:
2024
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Historia
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9789361428944
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'The Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World' by Sir Edward Shepherd Creasy is a seminal work in military history, providing insightful historical analysis into pivotal conflicts that shaped the course of civilizations. Creasy meticulously examines each battle, highlighting their strategic significance and global impact as turning points in the trajectory of human history. Through detailed accounts of warfare, tactics, and leadership, Creasy offers readers a comprehensive understanding of conquest and conflict. From ancient empires to medieval sieges and modern warfare, each battle serves as a lens through which Creasy explores the rise and fall of civilizations. With a keen focus on decisive moments and pivotal victories, Creasy illuminates the dynamic interplay of strategy and leadership that determined the outcomes of these historic encounters. From Alexander the Great’s triumph at Gaugamela to the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo, each battle resonates with lessons on the complexities of warfare and the consequences of military decisions. 'The Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World' stands as a testament to Creasy’s expertise in military history and his ability to distill complex historical events into compelling narratives of conquest, conflict, and ultimate victory.

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