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 |
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| LoC No. | 05000952 |
| Title | Sir Charles Napier |
| Series Title | English Men of Action |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Shaun Pinder, Martin Pettit, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) |
| 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 | Jan 6, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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