1812: The March on MoscowHalf a million men crossed the Niemen in Napoleon's ill-fated invasion of Russia. The trials and tribulations of the invading force are captured in eye-witness accounts from over 100 of the participants and make this an unforgettable saga of men moving towards disaster. |
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FOREWORD by David G Chandler | 7 |
PREFACE | 11 |
Overture to 1812 | 15 |
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