In the dark corners of History, among the often-overlooked pages, lies the fascinating story of a man whose life unfolded at the pace of 19th-century France. The steps of General Augustin-Alexis Doëns, an honourable figure, are part of the military annals of France.

 

General Doëns lived through tumultuous times on the trails of Algeria, Italy, and France, on battlefields of glory and desolation, far from imperial salons and political intrigues. 

 

The career of this brigadier general is reconstructed from a variety of documentary sources, bringing to light the career path of this Dunkirk man, a worthy heir to Jean Bart.

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This book includes an unpublished letter recounting General DoÎnsís last moments and 85 biographical and historical notes on the people who crossed his path.