Memoirs of General Count Rapp, first aide-de-camp to Napoleon by comte Jean Rapp
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| Author | Rapp, Jean, comte, 1772-1821 |
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| LoC No. | 05015232 |
| Title | Memoirs of General Count Rapp, first aide-de-camp to Napoleon |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Memoirs of General Count Rapp, First Aide-de-Camp to Napoleon" by Comte Jean Rapp is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The memoirs provide a firsthand perspective of the Napoleonic Wars, exploring the experiences and insights of General Rapp, who served closely with Napoleon Bonaparte. The book delves into Rapp's military career, his rise through the ranks, and his observations of Napoleon's character and decision-making, as well as the dynamics of the French military. The opening of this memoir introduces General Rapp as he reflects on his military career and early interactions with notable figures like General Desaix, who recognized his valor and intelligence. Rapp describes significant moments from his service, including his promotions, campaigns in Egypt and Germany, and his emotional attachment to Napoleon, who he viewed with both admiration and a sense of complicated loyalty. The narrative sets the tone for a detailed exploration of military life, personal sacrifice, and the complex character of the Emperor, indicating that the memoir will combine historical events with personal anecdotes and assessments of leadership during a transformative era in European history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Friends and associates |
| Subject | Rapp, Jean, comte, 1772-1821 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55153 |
| Release Date | Jul 19, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 109 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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