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The Franco-Prussian War

A Captivating Guide to the War of 1870 Between the French Empire and German States and the Role Otto von Bismarck Played in the Unification of Germany

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The Franco-Prussian War

By: Captivating History
Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
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Have you ever wondered how Germany became a military and economic powerhouse that placed its bid for world domination in the 20th century? If so, have a look at our guide about the Franco-Prussian War!

This audiobook will transport you to the late 19th century, allowing you to “witness” one of the seminal moments of modern history. You’ll learn what events preceded the confrontation between the waning old European power of France and the up-and-coming Prussian state, and how a war led to the unification of Germany into an empire. Through this guide, you’ll find out how significant the famous “Iron Chancellor” Otto von Bismarck was in preparing the ground for a conflict, and how his political genius allowed Prussia to spearhead the German union.

This audiobook will also expose all the faults in French military thought and the blunders committed by their leaders. Through their mistakes, you’ll learn how indecisiveness and stubborn traditionalism can lead to disaster, at least on the battlefield. You’ll learn how their defeats on the front lines led to one of the most humiliating and harshest peace treaties in recent history, setting the stage for later major conflicts.

In this captivating guide, you’ll learn about:

  • When did Franco-German animosity begin?
  • What led to the eruption of war in 1870?
  • Why was the Prussian military superior on the front lines?
  • What were the biggest flaws of the French generals?
  • Where did the largest French defeat of the 19th century take place?
  • Why did the war only last six months?
  • How did the German Empire unify through conflict?
  • Which were the most devastating terms of the 1871 peace treaty?
  • How important was the role of Otto von Bismarck throughout the war?
  • What were the consequences of a German victory over the French?

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Very interesting and good listening

I found this surprising good, both the quality of the historical content and the excellent narration. This is well paced and strikes a good balance between detail and overview.

It filled in the gaps I had about this event and I learned a lot. Very interesting and highly recommended.

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