Between Scylla and Charybdis The Army of Elector Friedrich August II of Saxony 1733-1763 Parts 1 - 2 (EPUB EDITION)

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During the 18th century, the Electorate of Saxony was one of the wealthiest and most sophisticated states in the Holy Roman Empire. Ruled by the House of Wettin—whose Electors also reigned as Kings of Poland—Saxony maintained an army renowned for its discipline, elegance, and loyalty, yet often overshadowed by its Prussian and Austrian rivals.

Forged under Field Marshal von Flemming and strengthened by Elector Friedrich August II, the Saxon army fought in the War of the Polish Succession, the Silesian Wars, and the Seven Years War. Despite defeats and occupation, Saxon troops served with determination in Austrian and French service until their return in 1763.

Part 1 details the army’s history, campaigns, commanders, and cavalry units, while Part 2 focuses on the uniforms, organisation, and service of the infantry and artillery.

Lavishly illustrated by Franco Saudelli, Between Scylla and Charybdis offers the most comprehensive and visually striking study of the mid-18th-century Saxon army—an underestimated yet remarkable force dismissed by Frederick the Great as “weak,” but proven resilient in war and legacy.