The Ordeal of Captain Roeder

Originally published in 1960, Captain Franz Roeders ability to bring to life the rigours in the Hessian Lifeguards during Napoleons ill-fated invasion of Russia in 1812-13, together with Helen Roeders skilful narrative, make this book one of the most compelling accounts of the sufferings of the Napoleonic Army. This is both an impelling personal story and a document of outstanding historical interest.