Malplaquet by Hilaire Belloc
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| Author | Belloc, Hilaire, 1870-1953 |
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| Title | Malplaquet |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Malplaquet" by Hilaire Belloc is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the political implications and military significance of the Battle of Malplaquet, which occurred in 1709 during the War of the Spanish Succession. It highlights the figures of Louis XIV of France, along with British commanders John Churchill, Duke of Marlborough, and Prince Eugene of Savoy, exploring how their decisions shaped the outcomes of the battle and the broader conflict. The opening of the text sets the stage for understanding the political backdrop of the battle, emphasizing the historical context and strategic importance of Louis XIV's ambition to unite the French and Spanish crowns under his family. Belloc outlines Louis XIV's previous successes and deteriorating situation by 1709, detailing the formation of a coalition against him and the challenges faced by the French troops. The initial chapters introduce the siege of Tournai and the planning for the ensuing battle, thereby establishing the tactical maneuvers leading up to Malplaquet, laying the groundwork for the critical examination of the battle's events and their ramifications. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Malplaquet, Battle of, Malplaquet, France, 1709 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32257 |
| Release Date | May 5, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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