As a legendary figure of the Grande Armée cavalry, Count Antoine-Charles-Louis de Lasalle captivated generations of light cavalrymen around the world. However, this tireless drinker, gambler, swordsman and extravagant lover seems to have fallen victim to his own legend. Based on the analysis of previously unpublished archival documents, this book offers an innovative approach to opening up new perspectives and highlighting the contribution and legacy of a man who can be considered one of the best generals of the light cavalry of the Empire and even of his century. Lasalle's essential contribution to the development of the tactics and identity of light cavalry, as well as the immortalisation of his person and his exploits by painters and sculptors during his lifetime and after his death, reveal a multifaceted and complex personality who left a lasting mark on military history and, in his own way, on art history.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Nicolas, Aude
Title
Le Général Antoine-Charles-Louis de Lasalle 1775-1809
Details
French text, paperback, 6 illustrations. 170 pages.
State
new
Subtitle
L'héritage d’une légende
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