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The Franco-German War of 1870-71

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A concise, operational account by the commanding staff's perspective that narrates the campaign from mobilization through major engagements, sieges, and strategic redeployments. It combines chronological battle descriptions, troop movements, and logistical decisions with maps, orders of battle, and occasional annotations to clarify technical points. Appendices supply detailed orders and a corrective essay disputing a widely repeated council-of-war anecdote, while personal remarks explain the author's methodology and emphasize a desire to present a clear, abbreviated military history rather than memoiristic flourishes.

About the Author

Moltke, Graf von Helmuth portrait

Graf von Helmuth Moltke

Helmuth von Moltke, a prominent Prussian military strategist and field marshal, is best known for his role in the Franco-German War of 1870-71. His strategic innovations and organizational reforms significantly shaped modern warfare and the German military. In his notable work, "The Franco-German War of 1870-71," Moltke provides a detailed account of the conflict, showcasing his military acumen and insights into the dynamics of war. His contributions to military theory and practice have left a lasting impact on military leaders and historians alike.

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