Publisher's Synopsis
The Subaltern Officer: A Narrative is a book written by George Wood and published in 1825. The book is a first-person account of the author's experiences as a subaltern officer in the British Army during the Napoleonic Wars. The narrative follows Wood's journey from his early days as a young officer to his eventual promotion to the rank of captain. Along the way, he recounts his experiences in battles and skirmishes, his interactions with fellow officers and soldiers, and his struggles with the harsh realities of military life. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of the life of a British Army officer during this period, and offers insight into the challenges and dangers faced by those who served in the military during the Napoleonic Wars.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.