The Battle of Wavre and Grouchy's Retreat


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The Battle of Wavre and Grouchy's Retreat by William Hyde Kelly: In this historical account, William Hyde Kelly meticulously examines the crucial Battle of Wavre, which took place during the Napoleonic Wars. The book provides a detailed and authoritative narrative of the military engagement, focusing on the role of General Grouchy and his retreat from the battlefield. Kelly's analysis sheds light on the strategic decisions and actions that shaped the outcome of the battle and its impact on the broader conflict. Military history enthusiasts and those interested in the Napoleonic era will find this book to be a valuable and insightful resource. Key Aspects of the Book "The Battle of Wavre and Grouchy's Retreat": Napoleonic Wars: The book delves into the historical context of the Napoleonic Wars, providing an in-depth look at the Battle of Wavre as a pivotal moment in the conflict. Strategic Analysis: William Hyde Kelly offers a thorough analysis of the military strategies employed during the battle and their consequences, providing valuable insights for military historians and enthusiasts. General Grouchy's Role: The book focuses on General Grouchy's decisions and actions during the retreat, exploring the complexities and challenges he faced on the battlefield. William Hyde Kelly was a historian and military scholar, known for his expertise in the Napoleonic era. Born in [insert birth year and place], Kelly dedicated much of his academic career to studying and writing about the military campaigns of this significant period in history. His work, "The Battle of Wavre and Grouchy's Retreat," stands as a testament to his dedication to preserving and analyzing the historical events that shaped the world.







Grouchy's Waterloo


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“An interesting approach to this part of the Waterloo campaign . . . a picture of a capable officer who was perhaps slightly out of his depth.”—HistoryOfWar In this concluding volume of his highly praised study exploring the French perspective of the Waterloo campaign, Andrew Field concentrates on an often-neglected aspect of Napoleon’s final offensive—the French victory over the Prussians at Ligny, Marshal Grouchy’s pursuit of the Prussians, and the battle at Wavre. The story of this side of the campaign is as full of controversy and interest as the battles of Quatre Bras and Waterloo which he has examined in such a penetrating and original way in his previous studies. Napoleon in his memoirs accused Grouchy, like Marshal Ney, of a series of failures in command that led to the French defeat, and many subsequent historians have taken the same line. This is one of the long-standing controversies that Andrew Field explores in fascinating detail. Grouchy’s extensive description of his operations forms the backbone of the narrative, supplemented by other French sources and those of Prussian eyewitnesses. “This book, when taken by itself, is a great addition to the history of the campaign. When looked at in conjunction as the third volume of four on the campaign, these books are a treasure trove of information from the French perspective.”—A Wargamers Needful Things “The research has been thorough, the style of writing clear and lucid with many maps and illustrations. A book not to be put down until it is finished. Very highly recommended.”—Clash of Steel










1815, Waterloo


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Waterloo: Rout & Retreat


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“This book covers the least familiar part of the Waterloo campaign—the French retreat in the aftermath of the battle . . . a splendid study.” —History of War This, the fourth volume in Andrew Field’s highly praised study of the Waterloo campaign from the French perspective, depicts in vivid detail the often neglected final phase—the rout and retreat of Napoleon’s army. The text is based exclusively on French eyewitness accounts which give an inside view of the immediate aftermath of the battle and carry the story through to the army’s disbandment in late 1815. Many French officers and soldiers wrote more about the retreat than they did about the catastrophe of Waterloo itself. Their recollections give a fascinating insight to the psyche of the French soldier. They also provide a first-hand record of their experiences and the range of their reactions, from those who deserted the colours and made their way home, to those who continued to serve faithfully when all was lost. Napoleon’s own flight from Waterloo is an essential part of the narrative, but the main emphasis is on the fate of the beaten French army as it was experienced by eyewitnesses who lived through the last days of the campaign. “A fine conclusion to Andrew Field’s series of books on the Hundred Days’ Campaign that offers a rather different perspective on the subject and is a book all serious Napoleonic wargamers will surely wish to add to their libraries.” —Miniature Wargames




The Living Age


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The Prussian Army of the Lower Rhine 1815


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The Prussian Army of the Lower Rhine, led by Blücher in 1815, played a crucial part in the Allied victory at Waterloo, and was involved in intense fighting at Wavre and Ligny. Delving into original sources, including eyewitness accounts and regimental histories known only to German scholars, this book tells the story of the soldiers on the ground: how they were organised and drilled, their previous service; their march to the battlefield; and what they did when they got there. Also ideal for all those interested in the actual appearance of the Prussian soldiers in 1815, this colourful study combines the latest findings and expert analysis to cast new light on the fateful Waterloo campaign.




The Battle of Wavre and Grouchy's Retreat: A Study of an Obscure Part of the Waterloo Campaign


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The Battle of Wavre - ten miles from Waterloo - may have sealed Napoleon's fate. The dazzling magnitude of the great battle of Waterloo itself has obscured a part of the campaign which is seldom studied - the battle against Thielemann, and Grouchy's skilful retreat from Wavre. This classic account serves useful lessons because the operations leading up to the battle around Wavre are of great interest; and because a campaign full of mistakes should be studied as carefully as a campaign free from error. The long struggle of the Napoleonic wars famously culminated in the Battle of Waterloo. Undoubtedly Napoleon Bonaparte's greatest defeat, this engagement would signal the end of the French emperor's 100-day return from exile.