This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: Macmillan and Co. in 1896 in 456 pages; Subjects: Europe; History / Europe / General; History / Military / World War II; History / Modern / 18th Century; Political Science / International Relations / General; Political Science / Political Freedom & Security / International Security;