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Frederick the Great's Instructions to His Generals

By: Partizan Press

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Partizan Historical Series (Partizan Press)


Product Info

Title
Frederick the Great's Instructions to His Generals
Publisher
Category
Author
Chris Hayes
Pages
79
Dimensions
6x8.5x.25"
NKG Part #
2148120871
Type
Softcover

Description

The king of Prussia from 1740 to 1786, Frederick the Great ranks among eighteenth-century Europe's most enlightened rulers. In addition to abolishing serfdom in his domains and promoting religious tolerance, he was an ardent patron of the arts and an accomplished musician. "Diplomacy without arms," he observed, "is like music without instruments." Frederick's expertise at military matters is reflected in his successful defense of his territory during the Seven Years' War, in which he fought all the great powers of Europe. His brilliant theories on strategy, tactics, and discipline are all explained in this vital text.