The Armies and Wars of the Sun King 1643-1715, Volume 1

By René Chartrand,

Book cover of The Armies and Wars of the Sun King 1643-1715, Volume 1: The Guard of Louis XIV

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The reign of Louis XIV of France had a great impact on the course of European and world military history. The years 1643 to 1715 were a defining epoch for western military, diplomatic and economic matters. Most of those years were marked by conflict between major European powers and the…

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1 author picked The Armies and Wars of the Sun King 1643-1715, Volume 1 as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is an extremely detailed and comprehensive account of the French bodyguard to the King of France under Louis XIV.

Chartrand is a leading expert in his field but conveys the subject in a lively and accessible way. Although geared towards military enthusiasts, it is an enjoyable read for audiences of all interests.

Highly recommended if you want to know what the King’s Musketeers (as made famous by Alexandre Dumas) were really like!

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