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A 1995 study of one of the most unusual political entities in early modern Europe, in the Swiss Alps.
During the turbulent events of Europe's Thirty Years' War, both ruthlessness and adaptability were crucial ingredients for success. In this engaging volume, Randolph C. Head traces the career of an extraordinarily adaptable and ruthless figure, George Jenatsch (1596-1639). Born a Protestant pastor's son, Jenatsch's career took him from the clergy to the military to the nobility. A passionate Calvinist in his youth, he converted to Catholicism and prudence as his power grew. A native speaker of the Romansh language, he crossed the boundaries of language and local loyalty in his service to France, Venice, and his own people. Violence marked every turning point of his life. After fleeing the "H...
Vols. for 1904-1926 include also decisions of the United States Board of General Appraisers.
1890-1926 include also Decisions of the Board of U.S. General Appraisers no. 1-9135.