Augustin Ehrensvärd 1710-1772 by Oscar Nikula

Augustin Ehrensvärd (1710–1772), the visionary architect behind Suomenlinna Fortress, is celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to military fortification. Oscar Nikula's biography delves into Ehrensvärd's life and work, highlighting his innovative approaches to fortress design during a pivotal era of European military strategy. The book explores how Ehrensvärd, influenced by his military upbringing and educational tours across Europe, developed advanced techniques for siege warfare, as documented in his manual 'Anledning til skiuta och kasta bomber.' Nikula's meticulous research, drawing from historical records and Ehrensvärd's own writings, sheds light on the strategic necessity of fortifying Finland against Russian threats. The reprint of this seminal work commemorates its 50th anniversary, offering a comprehensive account of Ehrensvärd's enduring legacy in both military engineering and Finnish history.

Schoolfield, G. C. (2013). Augustin Ehrensvärd 1710-1772 by Oscar Nikula. Scandinavian Studies, 85(1), 103–107. https://doi.org/10.1353/scd.2013.0022