French Army 1870–71 Franco-Prussian War (1): Imperial Troops - Stephen Shann, Louis Delperier - Google Books

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At the time of the Second Empire, under Napoleon III, the French army, elevated from tactful obscurity, was re-modelled on Napoleonic lines. This army first fought in the Crimea, and then against Austria. Later, In Mexico, they had a disastrous adventure…