A British Rifle Man - Simmons, George
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Originally published in 1899, these writings by George Simmons (1785-1858) complement the work of other officers who served in the famous 95th Rifles between 1809 and 1815. Extremely descriptive and informative, the book covers all of the major battles and sieges of the Peninsular War and Waterloo Campaign in which Simmons' regiment was engaged during this period. Simmons himself was badly wounded at the Battle of the Côa in July 1810, but he recovered and played his part in the final years of the Peninsular War. He was also present at Waterloo in June 1815. Edited with an introduction by…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
Originally published in 1899, these writings by George Simmons (1785-1858) complement the work of other officers who served in the famous 95th Rifles between 1809 and 1815. Extremely descriptive and informative, the book covers all of the major battles and sieges of the Peninsular War and Waterloo Campaign in which Simmons' regiment was engaged during this period. Simmons himself was badly wounded at the Battle of the Côa in July 1810, but he recovered and played his part in the final years of the Peninsular War. He was also present at Waterloo in June 1815. Edited with an introduction by fellow Rifleman William Willoughby Cole Verner (1852-1922), Simmons' letters and diaries, written at the time and without the benefit of hindsight, have a tremendous immediacy. They remain of interest and relevance to military historians and students of the Napoleonic wars.
Autorenporträt
George Simmons was an esteemed military figure and author, revered for his detailed accounts of soldier life during the Napoleonic Wars. His most notable work, 'A British Rifle Man,' provides an absorbing narrative of his experiences and service, which resonates with historical scholars and military enthusiasts alike. The diary-based structure of the book furnishes it with an air of authenticity and vivid storytelling that transports readers to the battlefield, offering insights into the personal and collective ordeals of war. Simmons's literary style combines the gritty realism of military life with poignant reflections, capturing the heroism and tribulations of the British Army's Rifle Brigade in which he served. The critical reception of his work underscores its value as both a historical document and a piece of engaging literature. His contributions have not only enriched historical understanding but also provided a voice to the valor and human spirit prevalent amongst soldiers of his era. Through 'A British Rifle Man,' George Simmons has etched his name into the annals of military literature, offering a time capsule of the life of a soldier during a pivotal period in British history.