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Gavin Daly Livres
Storm and Sack
British Sieges, Violence and the Laws of War in the Napoleonic Era, 1799-1815
- 326pages
- 12 heures de lecture
Exploring the complex dynamics of British soldiers' actions during sieges in the Napoleonic era, this study examines both their violence and restraint towards enemy combatants and civilians. Covering events across three continents, it situates the British storm and sack of towns within the broader historical context of siege violence and the evolving laws of war. Through this lens, the book offers a detailed analysis of military conduct and its implications on warfare ethics.