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The Political and Military History of the Campaign of Waterloo is a book written by Antoine Henri De Jomini in 1864. The book provides a detailed account of the political and military events leading up to the Battle of Waterloo, which took place on June 18, 1815. Jomini, a Swiss military officer, was a renowned military strategist and historian who served in the armies of Napoleon Bonaparte and the Russian Empire. The book covers the political climate in Europe in the early 19th century, including the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, the Congress of Vienna, and the formation of the Seventh Coalition against France. Jomini also provides a detailed analysis of the military tactics and strategies employed by both the French and the Allied forces during the Battle of Waterloo. The book includes maps and illustrations to help readers understand the geography and terrain of the battlefield, as well as the movements of troops and artillery. Jomini's account of the battle is based on his personal observations as well as the accounts of other eyewitnesses and participants. Overall, The Political and Military History of the Campaign of Waterloo is a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most significant battles in European history. It provides a valuable insight into the political and military events of the time and is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the Napoleonic Wars.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.