Rossbach and Leuthen are among the greatest battles in history. Frederick II of Prussia made himself one of the great military leaders through these victories. Prussia's military prowess became legendary. The Franco-German army, which was decisively defeated at Rossbach, and the Austrian army, which was routed at Leuthen, were not only larger and had a greater proportion of professional soldiers, but the Austrians had also defeated the Prussians only shortly before. So how could they be so humiliated?
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Duffy, Christopher
Title
Prussia's Glory
Details
English text, paperback, 26 bw-illustrations, 25 bw-maps. 210 pages.