Description

The Young Franctireurs And Their Adventures In The Franco-Prussian War is a historical fiction novel written by George Alfred Henty in 1872. The story is set during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870 and follows the adventures of three young French boys, Leon, Jules, and Henri, who become Franctireurs, or guerrilla fighters, against the invading Prussian army. The boys are determined to defend their country and will stop at nothing to protect their families and homes from the enemy. They join a group of Franctireurs and embark on dangerous missions, including spying on the enemy, sabotaging their plans, and rescuing prisoners of war. Along the way, they encounter many challenges and face the harsh realities of war, including death and destruction. The novel is filled with action, adventure, and suspense, as the boys fight for their country and their beliefs. Henty's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a glimpse into the historical events of the Franco-Prussian War. The Young Franctireurs And Their Adventures In The Franco-Prussian War is a thrilling read for anyone interested in history, war, and adventure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.