| Title | : | History of the Franco-Prussian War |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | Blake Carson |
| Release | : | 2025-02-17 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | European History, Books, History, Nonfiction, Social Science |
| Size | : | 329585 |
| How did the Franco-Prussian War set the stage for the unification of Germany and the downfall of the French Empire? This book examines the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871), a pivotal conflict between France and the German states under Prussian leadership. It explores the causes of the war, including the tensions over the candidacy of a Prussian prince for the Spanish throne, and how it was manipulated by Otto von Bismarck to unify the German states under Prussian dominance. The narrative follows the major military campaigns, including the decisive Battle of Sedan, which led to the capture of Napoleon III. By analyzing the war’s consequences, such as the creation of the German Empire and the downfall of the French Second Empire, the book reveals how this conflict reshaped the political landscape of Europe and set the stage for future conflicts, including World War I. |
