André Masséna
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Military History
- Subcategories: Generals, Military Officers, Soldiers, Wars, Battles, Napoleonic Wars
- Curriculum: 19th Century European History, 18th Century European History, French History
Article abstract: Military significance: Masséna demonstrated leadership skills both as a division leader and an army commander before 1800, but failed, largely for reasons of health, after that point.
As a youth, André Masséna joined the French army and rose to the rank of sergeant major before becoming a member of the revolutionary army. In this force, he rose quickly to command of first a regiment, then a brigade, and finally a division. As a corps commander in 1796, Masséna was both energetic and aggressive and was a major contributor to a score of...
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