Marmont, Auguste Frédéric Louis Viesse de, duc de Raguse, 1774-1852
Mémoires du maréchal Marmont, duc de Raguse (9/9)
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Release date is 2010-12-11
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"Mémoires du maréchal Marmont, duc de Raguse" by Marmont is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the author's experiences and reflections, detailing his military service and travels from 1792 to 1841. Through his narrative, Marmont provides insights into significant events of his time, particularly focusing on his interactions with various historical figures and pivotal moments in European history. At the start of this memoir, Marmont reflects on his life as a soldier and the notable events surrounding him. He shares his thoughts on his past, including his military campaigns and relationships with key historical figures such as the Emperor Nicholas. Marmont expresses his desire to document his experiences in a way that would provide valuable insights into an era filled with remarkable occurrences. He addresses the importance of truth in historical accounts, as well as the challenges and honors he encountered throughout his diverse travels in Europe. The opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of both personal and historical narratives over several decades. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
France -- History -- 1789-1900 Marmont, Auguste Frédéric Louis Viesse de, duc de Raguse, 1774-1852