![[Notes of Aleksey Petrovich Yermolov about the war of 1812].](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/159/474/1394474159.0.m.jpg)
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A detailed account of the Great Patriotic War by one of the most distinguished Russian military leaders.The important émigré first edition, printed in London and forbidden in Russia. A very good example with the rare printed wrapper bound-in.
When Napoleon attacked Russia in 1812, Russian troops began to retreat to Moscow. It was a period full of intrigues and Yermolov (1777 –1861) was instrumental in resolving some of them, particularly a conflict between two of the most prominent generals, Barclay de Tolly and Bagration. As a chief of Barclay's staff, Yermolov covered up harsh words in their correspondence while appealing to Emperor Alexander I to replace Barclay de Tolly with Bagration.
Thanks to Yermolov's efforts, decision was taken to unite the First and the Second Armies for the successful defence of the city of Smolensk. Yermolov distinguished himself at the Battle of Borodino, where he was lightly wounded leading a counterattack that recaptured the Great Redoubt. For his courage, he… Read More
