Under Fourteen Flags V1: Being The Life And Adventures Of Brigadier-General Maciver, A Soldier Of Fortune 1884 Hardcover 1165210142 9781165210145 W. D. LEstrange

Under Fourteen Flags Volume 1 is a biographical account of the life and adventures of Brigadier-General Maciver, a soldier of fortune, written by W. D. L'Estrange and originally published in 1884. The book details Maciver's experiences as a soldier in various wars and conflicts around the world, including the American Civil War, the Franco-Prussian War, and the Russo-Turkish War. The narrative covers Maciver's early life, his military training, and his many exploits as a mercenary, including his involvement in the Mexican Revolution and his service in the armies of several South American countries. The book also explores Maciver's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with addiction. Overall, Under Fourteen Flags Volume 1 provides a fascinating insight into the life of a soldier of fortune during the late 19th century.In Two Volumes.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.