NO MORE TIME TO LOSE: The Battle of Kahlenberg and the Relief of Vienna, 12 September 1683

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Detailed account of the historic relief of Vienna from the Ottoman siege in 1683 by an allied army led by John Sobieski, King of Poland, and Charles V, Duke of Lorraine. Begins with a summary of the operations outside Vienna as the relief army assembled, with details of all units, followed by a detailed account of the arduous trek through the woods and the battle of September 12. Features comprehensive orders of battle for both sides and concludes with a summary of the subsequent campaign in Hungary, marking the start of a successful Christian counter-offensive against the Ottomans, along with a discussion on why the saving of Vienna was a pivotal event in history. Contains 8 color plates, 39 black and white illustrations, 4 black and white maps, and many tables throughout.