Sir Charles Napier by Sir William Francis Butler

"Sir Charles Napier" by Sir William Francis Butler is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the life and military career of Charles Napier, a prominent British Army officer known for his role in various campaigns, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars and his later service in India. The narrative explores his upbringing, the influence of his family, and the early experiences that shaped his military philosophy and character. The opening of this work introduces readers to the early life of Charles Napier, starting with the history of his family and their residence in Celbridge, Ireland. The narrative provides vivid descriptions of the village, the Napier family dynamics, and young Charles's childhood, including his early fascination with the military. The reader learns of his father, Colonel George Napier, and the values he instilled in his children, particularly the importance of honor and justice. As the story unfolds, it highlights Charles's transition into military life, revealing his experiences leading up to his first commission and the expectations placed upon him as he embarks on his journey to become a soldier in a changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Butler, William Francis, Sir, 1838-1910
LoC No. 05000952
Title Sir Charles Napier
Series Title English Men of Action
Credits E-text prepared by Shaun Pinder, Martin Pettit, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Napier, Charles James, 1782-1853
Category Text
eBook-No. 47887
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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