French Essling Napoleon’s First Defeat? Men and Battles No 1 New Softcover Reference Book

French Essling Napoleon’s First Defeat? Men and Battles No 1 is a new softcover reference book examining the events surrounding the Battle of Essling in 1809, a pivotal engagement during the Napoleonic Wars. The book analyzes the strategic and tactical elements that contributed to what is considered Napoleon’s first significant defeat. It provides a detailed account of the opposing forces, including French and Austrian orders of battle, key commanders, and unit compositions. The volume also discusses the broader historical context and the aftermath of the engagement. Part of the Men and Battles series, this edition features maps, illustrations, and contemporary accounts to support its analysis. The text is suitable for readers interested in military history, Napoleonic studies, or wargaming reference. This softcover edition is new and intended as a factual resource, ideal for military history enthusiasts or collectors seeking reliable information on early 19th-century European warfare.  Total of 82 pages.