Französisch-slavische Kämpfe in der Bocca di Cattaro 1806-1814.

A vivid portrait of the Balkan front after Austerlitz, this study follows the uneasy truce of the 1805 Pressburg agreement and the scramble for the strategic Bocca di Cattaro. It shows how Napoleon’s ambition clashed with Austrian caution, forcing the small coastal towns into a tug‑of‑war between French ambition, Russian interests, and lingering Ottoman concerns. The author weaves diplomatic correspondence, military orders, and local accounts into a tightly argued narrative that captures the tension of a region caught between great powers.

The first part of the book concentrates on the diplomatic fallout, the secret movement of French troops through Austrian territory, and the early skirmishes that set the stage for a prolonged conflict. Readers gain insight into the personalities—Stadion, Andréossy, and the local commanders—whose decisions shaped the early battle lines. The work’s meticulous footnotes and source material make it a valuable entry point for anyone curious about the interplay of empire, geography, and local resistance on the Adriatic coast.