A Short History of Prussia introduces the reader to the rise of Prussia as a major military and political power under Frederick the Great. The book then covers the Napoleonic Wars and their impact on Prussia, culminating in the rise of Bismarck and the formation of Prussia as the core of the German Empire in the late 19th century.
Contents include:
Origin of the Monarchy Fritz, and the Commencement of His Reign The Seven-Years' War The Partition of Poland, and the Invasion of France Prussia and the French Revolution Prussia Overwhelmed Frederick William III. and the New Coalition Struggles for Liberty King William I. The Chief Supporters of the Crown Schleswig and Holstein The Liberation of Italy The German War France Demands Her Ancient Boundary The Policy of Count Bismarck The Declaration of War The Eastern Question France Invaded Prussian Victories and French Defeats The Capture of Sedan The Overthrow of the Empire The Prisoner and the Exile War, and Its Woes The Germanic Empire The Siege of Paris The Political Embarrassments Peace The Commune