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Shoberl, Frederic
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Shoberl, Frederick
Schoberl, Frederic
Shoberl, F. (Frederic)
Narrative of the Most Remarkable Events Which Occurred in and near Leipzig Immediately Before, During, and Subsequent to, the Sanguinary Series of Engagements Between the Allied Armies of the French, from the 14th to the 19th October, 1813
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"Narrative of the Most Remarkable Events Which Occurred in and near Leipzig..." is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles the significant military engagements surrounding Leipzig during the tumultuous period of the Napoleonic Wars, specifically from October 14th to 19th in 1813. It delves into the turmoil faced by the inhabitants of Leipzig, portraying the dire consequences of warfare and the vast suffering that locals endured amidst the fierce conflict between the allied armies and the French. At the start of this narrative, the author recounts a vivid depiction of the state of Leipzig before and during the key battles, highlighting the city's struggle under the weight of war. They reflect on the shifts in sentiment among the residents as they oscillate between hope and despair, revealing their animosity towards both the French forces and the desperate longing for liberation. Through personal observations and poignant accounts of the suffering and destruction wrought by both the conflict and the occupying forces, the opening sets the stage for a compelling exploration of human resilience amidst the chaos of warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Leipzig, Battle of, Leipzig, Germany, 1813
Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Campaigns -- Germany (East)
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