The Potsdam Fuhrer (Hardcover)

The book ""The Potsdam Fuhrer: Frederick William I, Father Of Prussian Militarism"" by Robert Reinhold Ergang is a detailed historical account of the life and reign of Frederick William I, the King of Prussia from 1713 to 1740. The book explores the political, social, and economic factors that shaped Frederick William's personality and leadership style, and how these factors influenced the development of Prussian militarism in the 18th century.The author provides a comprehensive analysis of Frederick William's policies and reforms, including his military reforms, which transformed Prussia into a powerful military state. The book also examines the cultural and intellectual climate of Prussia during Frederick William's reign, and how these factors contributed to the growth of Prussian militarism.Through extensive research and analysis, the author presents a nuanced and complex portrait of Frederick William I, challenging traditional views of him as a simple-minded military fanatic. The book also sheds light on the broader historical context of Prussian militarism, and its impact on European politics and society in the 18th and 19th centuries.Overall, ""The Potsdam Fuhrer: Frederick William I, Father Of Prussian Militarism"" is a valuable resource for scholars and students of European history, military history, and political science, as well as anyone interested in understanding the origins and legacy of Prussian militarism.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.