Peter H. Wilson (1) (1963–)
Författare till The Thirty Years War: Europe's Tragedy
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Peter H. Wilson is Chichele Professor of the History of War at the University of Oxford and the author of The Thirty Years War: Europe's Tragedy.
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Verk av Peter H. Wilson
A Companion to Eighteenth-Century Europe (Blackwell Companions to European History) (2008) 21 exemplar
The Bee and the Eagle: Napoleonic France and the End of the Holy Roman Empire (2008) — Redaktör — 9 exemplar
La Guerra de los Treinta Años. Una tragedia europea II. 1630 - 1648: Una tragedia europea (1630-1648): 2… (2018) 8 exemplar
The Holy Roman Empire 1495-1806 (Studies of the German Historical Institute London) (2011) — Redaktör — 2 exemplar
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- Vedertaget namn
- Wilson, Peter H.
- Namn enligt folkbokföringen
- Wilson, Peter Hamish
- Födelsedag
- 1963-11-27
- Kön
- male
- Nationalitet
- UK
- Utbildning
- University of Liverpool (BA)
Jesus College, Cambridge University (Ph.D) - Yrken
- historian
professor - Organisationer
- University of Hull
University of Newcastle upon Tyne
University of Sunderland
All Souls College, Oxford University - Priser och utmärkelser
- Fellow, Royal Historical Society
Fellow, British Academy - Kort biografi
- Peter H. Wilson is Chichele Professor of the History of War at the University of Oxford.
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- #14,831
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The book begins with an introduction that explains the historical forces that united the German states into a political entity, while also giving a brief history of the concept of German-speaking people and discussing what distinguishes it from the political entity that is Germany.
The book provides a detailed examination of the wars of the past and shows how development in military strategy, tactics, and technology enabled them to repeatedly succeed in warfare. Wilson provides vivid accounts of significant battles throughout history,
Wilson also shows how Germany's military ability influenced the global political landscape. He details how different military leaders' decisions influenced the evolution of warfare. The book explores the moral and ethical dimensions of German militarism, which contribute to the development of their strategies and tactics.
The narrative style of the book is engaging and detailed, making it accessible to readers. The book is not just about military history but also explores social, political, and cultural aspects.
Overall, "Iron and Blood" is a comprehensive and informative work that offers a detailed view of the German-speaking people's military history and its impact on global politics. The book is recommended for students of military history, cultural history, and politics.… (mer)