Invasion Of Mexico By The French And The Reign Of Maximilian I: With A Sketch Of The Empress Carlota

Invasion Of Mexico By The French And The Reign Of Maximilian I: With A Sketch Of The Empress Carlota (1868) is a historical account of the French invasion of Mexico and the subsequent reign of Maximilian I, with a focus on the life and role of Empress Carlota. The book was written by Frederic Hall and published in 1868.The book begins with a brief overview of the political situation in Mexico in the mid-19th century, including the country's struggles with debt and civil unrest. It then delves into the events leading up to the French invasion, including the role of Napoleon III and his desire to establish a French empire in Mexico.The bulk of the book focuses on the reign of Maximilian I, who was installed as the emperor of Mexico by the French in 1864. The author describes Maximilian's attempts to establish a stable government and his struggles with the Mexican people, who were largely opposed to his rule. The book also explores the role of Empress Carlota, who played an active role in her husband's government and was known for her strong personality and political influence.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions of key events and figures, including battles, political negotiations, and the lives of various members of the Mexican and French governments. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the events being described.Overall, Invasion Of Mexico By The French And The Reign Of Maximilian I: With A Sketch Of The Empress Carlota (1868) provides a comprehensive and well-researched account of a significant period in Mexican history, with a particular focus on the roles of Maximilian and Carlota.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.