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106 produkter
Häftad, Engelska, 2019
324 kr
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Häftad, Engelska, 2020
324 kr
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Del 66 - New Vanguard
Napoleon's Guns 1792–1815 (1)
Field Artillery
Häftad, Engelska, 2003
159 kr
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As a young gunner, Napoleon Bonaparte was trained in one of Europe’s finest artillery arms.Both the technological sophistication of their weaponry and the skill of their gunners was largely the result of the adoption of the system devised by one man, Jean-Baptiste Vaquette de Gribeauval. Gribeauval’s standardised system of parts and calibres allowed a degree of uniformity and sophistication in the French artillery that was unmatched throughout Europe, and allowed Napoleon to inherit and develop an arm that could dominate the battlefield.This volume covers the field artillery pieces of the system: the 4-, 8- and 12-pdr guns; light 1-pdr guns and mountain guns; and later innovations such as the 6-pdr gun.
Del 203 - Men-at-Arms
Louis XIV's Army
Häftad, Engelska, 1988
159 kr
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A concise, illustrated study of the army of late seventeenth and early 18th century France.Louis XIV's army was in many ways the first modern army. After assuming power in 1661, Louis abolished the post of Colonel Général of Infantry so he could exercise direct control over the armed forces in his realm. The king demanded order, discipline and absolute loyalty from his army, and he introduced a military draft in 1688 - the first step towards what we know as conscription in modern armies. This book chronicles the development of Louis XIV's army during his 54-year reign, including the units, uniforms and weapons of the elite Maison du Roi. Numerous illustrations including detailed colour figure artwork portray the uniforms, colours and standards of his troops in vivid detail.
Del 211 - Men-at-Arms
Napoleon's Overseas Army
Häftad, Engelska, 1989
159 kr
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When the French Revolution broke out in 1789, France possessed numerous colonies spread over three continents.To defend and keep the peace in these territories, a small army of colonial troops, distinct from the metropolitan line regiments or marines, had existed since the days of Louis XIV. This book examines the history and uniforms of the often-overlooked French armies in Saint-Domingue, Guadeloupe, Martinique, St Lucia, Tobago, Ile-de-France, La Réunion, Pondichéry, Guiana, Senegal and Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon.The text is backed by numerous illustrations offering a rare glimpse into dress and equipment of Napoleon's overseas army.
Del 450 - Men-at-Arms
American Loyalist Troops 1775–84
E-bok
Engelska, 2013180 kr
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To celebrate the 450th title in the Men-at-Arms series, this book examines in unprecedented depth the units and the uniforms of a still-controversial army: the many thousands of American colonists who chose to fight for King George during the Revolution.As well as the better-known corps from the Atlantic seaboard, the author covers the units raised for service against the Spanish in the Floridas, the Caribbean islands and Central America. The text is illustrated with portraits, photographs of rare surviving artefacts, and with color reconstructions by Gerry Embleton, the respected expert on 18th century American forces whose work has been exhibited in the Smithsonian Institute.A fascinating overview of a forgotten piece of history, this is the story of the American volunteers for the British cause during the American Revolutionary War.
Del 346 - Men-at-Arms
Portuguese Army of the Napoleonic Wars (2)
E-bok
Engelska, 2013180 kr
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The second instalment in a remarkable three-part study that transformed the research material available to the English-speaking student of the Peninsular War.Most know that Wellington''s Portuguese troops were praised as the ''fighting cocks'' of his army; fewer appreciate that they represented between half and one-third of his entire forces. René Chartrand''s primary research in Portuguese and British archives now offers a wealth of important new material on the uniforms of these troops.This second volume covers the light infantry, cavalry, specialist corps and several supporting military and civilian departments
Del 346 - Men-at-Arms
Portuguese Army of the Napoleonic Wars (2)
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013180 kr
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Osprey are confident in boasting that this remarkable three-part study will transform the research material available to the English-speaking student of the Peninsular War. Most know that Wellington''s Portuguese troops were praised as the ''fighting cocks'' of his army; fewer appreciate that they represented between half and one-third of his entire forces. Similarly, most uniform historians have been limited to a few half-understood paintings by Dighton, and brief notes from secondary sources. René Chartrand''s recent primary research in Portuguese and British archives now offers a wealth of important new material. This second volume covers the light infantry, cavalry, specialist corps and several supporting military and civilian departments
Del 93 - Elite
American War of Independence Commanders
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013208 kr
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The commanders who led the opposing armies of the American War of Independence came from remarkably different backgrounds.They included not only men from Britain and America, but from Germany, France and Spain as well. Some were from the great families of the "Old World", while others were frontiersmen or farmers in the "New World". Despite their differing origins, all were leaders in the events that led to the establishment of the United States of America.This book details the appearance, careers and personalities of the commanders on both sides. It covers such famous figures as George Washington and Lord Cornwallis along with less well-known men such as Admiral Suffren and Bernardo de Galvez.
Del 108 - Elite
Spanish Guerrillas in the Peninsular War 1808–14
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013208 kr
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Constant Spanish guerrilla activity so drained the resources and diverted the attention of the French military that Wellington was able to advance against and overcome a numerically superior enemy.So many French soldiers were being used to counter the guerrillas and the threat that they posed that less than a third of the French army could be tasked with confronting Wellington. This book brings to life, for the first time, the formation, tactics and experiences of the Spanish guerrilla forces that fought Napoleon''s army.Using much previously unpublished material, it offers a vivid description of the guerrilla and his lifestyle.
Del 79 - Campaign
Louisbourg 1758
Wolfe’S First Siege
E-bok
Engelska, 2013236 kr
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Featuring information from a previously unpublished journal, an illustrated account of this strategically important battle in Canada.Louisbourg represented a major threat to Anglo-American plans to invade Canada. Bypassing it would leave an immensely powerful enemy base astride the Anglo-American lines of communication – Louisbourg had to be taken. Faced with strong beach defences and rough weather, it took six days to land the troops, and it was only due to a stroke of daring on the part of a young brigadier named James Wolfe, who managed to turn the French beach position, that this was achieved.The story is largely based on firsthand accounts from the journals of several participants, including French Governor Drucour''s, whose excellent account has never been published.
Del 90 - Campaign
Vimeiro 1808
Wellesley’S First Victory in the Peninsular
E-bok
Engelska, 2013236 kr
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A fully illustrated exploration of the British fight against Junot''s forces occupying Portugal.On 2 August 1808 a British army of 14,000 men began landing north of Lisbon under the command of Sir Arthur Wellesley, the future Duke of Wellington. They were coming to assist the Portuguese, Britain''s oldest ally, to liberate their country from its French occupiers. Within a month Wellesley was to win two victories over the French at the battles of Roliça and Vimeiro. General Andoche Junot, the French commander, was forced to surrender and evacuate Portugal.Alongside contemporary artwork and full-colour maps, René Chartrand examines the first of Wellesley''s string of victories in the Peninsular War.
Del 97 - Campaign
Bussaco 1810
Wellington Defeats Napoleon's Marshals
E-bok
Engelska, 2013227 kr
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Alongside battlescene illustrations, maps and contemporary prints, René Chartrand examines the Anglo-Portuguese defeat of Napoleon''s French forces at Bussaco.By 1810, Napoleon reigned supreme over most of continental Europe. But the Iberian Peninsula remained unsubdued, particularly Portugal, which continued to resist. Napoleon ordered Marshal Masséna to crush this resistance with the Army of Portugal. Greatly strengthened, Masséna''s army would drive the Portuguese and British into the sea. Facing the French were 60,000 British and Portuguese troops. No-one knew how the Portuguese would perform in battle, but on 27 September 1810, they received their baptism of fire.This title details the gruelling Bussaco campaign as French attempts to subdue Portugal reached their climax.
Del 99 - Campaign
Fuentes de Oñoro 1811
Wellington’S Liberation of Portugal
E-bok
Engelska, 2013236 kr
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Packed with illustrations and maps, this slim volume examines Wellington''s comeback in Portugal, which ultimately led to the end of its French occupation.In October 1810 the Allied position in Portugal appeared precarious. Despite defeating Marshal Masséna''s French army at Bussaco, Wellington had been forced to retreat to within a few miles of Lisbon. Here the French encountered a massive line of fortifications stretching from the River Tagus to the sea. Built amid great secrecy and on Wellington''s specific orders, these Lines of Torres Vedras were the French high-water mark.In February, with his army on the point of starvation, Masséna was forced to retreat. The scene was set for the climactic action of Fuentes de Oñoro, expertly examined by prolific military history author René Chartrand.
Del 140 - Campaign
Monongahela 1754–55
Washington’S Defeat, Braddock’s Disaster
E-bok
Engelska, 2013236 kr
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On 9 July 1755 amid the wilderness of North America, Britain suffered one of the most humiliating defeats in her history. This illustrated volume explores the lead-up, the battle and its far-reaching consequences.General Braddock''s army, a mixture of British regulars and American militia, was shattered, losing over 900 men from a force of 1,300. Braddock was killed and the remnants of his army rescued by his aide, Colonel George Washington. The origins of this defeat can be traced back to the death of a junior French officer little more than a year before in a relatively minor skirmish with a party of Virginian militia commanded by the same George Washington.René Chartrand examines the subsequent chain of events that ultimately sparked a world war.
Del 93 - Elite
American War of Independence Commanders
E-bok
Engelska, 2013201 kr
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The commanders who led the opposing armies of the American War of Independence came from remarkably different backgrounds.They included not only men from Britain and America, but from Germany, France and Spain as well. Some were from the great families of the "Old World", while others were frontiersmen or farmers in the "New World". Despite their differing origins, all were leaders in the events that led to the establishment of the United States of America.This book details the appearance, careers and personalities of the commanders on both sides. It covers such famous figures as George Washington and Lord Cornwallis along with less well-known men such as Admiral Suffren and Bernardo de Galvez.
Del 108 - Elite
Spanish Guerrillas in the Peninsular War 1808–14
E-bok
Engelska, 2013208 kr
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Constant Spanish guerrilla activity so drained the resources and diverted the attention of the French military that Wellington was able to advance against and overcome a numerically superior enemy.So many French soldiers were being used to counter the guerrillas and the threat that they posed that less than a third of the French army could be tasked with confronting Wellington. This book brings to life, for the first time, the formation, tactics and experiences of the Spanish guerrilla forces that fought Napoleon''s army.Using much previously unpublished material, it offers a vivid description of the guerrilla and his lifestyle.
Del 27 - Fortress
French Fortresses in North America 1535–1763
QuéBec, MontréAl, Louisbourg and New Orleans
E-bok
Engelska, 2013208 kr
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Following Columbus'' discovery of America in 1492, European colonists brought their system of fortification to the New World in an attempt to ensure their safety and consolidate their conquests.French and British explorers came later to North America, and thus the establishment of their sizeable settlements only got under way during the 17th century. The inhabitants of New France built elaborate fortifications to protect their towns and cities.This book provides a detailed examination of the defenses of four of them: Québec, Montréal and Louisbourg in Canada, and New Orleans in Louisiana.
Del 75 - Fortress
Forts of New France in Northeast America 1600–1763
E-bok
Engelska, 2013201 kr
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This book takes a look at the lengthy chain of forts built by the French to guard the frontier in the American northeast, including Sorel, Chambly, St Jean, Carillon (Ticonderoga), Duquesne (Pittsburgh, PA), and Vincennes.These forts were of two types: the major stone forts, and other forts made of wood and earth, all of which varied widely in style from Vauban-type elements to cabins surrounded by a stockade. Some forts, such as Chambly, looked more like medieval castles in their earliest incarnations.René Chartrand examines the different types of forts built by the French, describing the strategic vision that led to their construction, their impact upon the British colonies and the Native American nations of the interior, and the French military technology that went into their construction.
Häftad, Engelska, 2014
193 kr
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The year 1755 saw the rivalry between Britain and France in North America escalate into open warfare as both sides sought to overcome the other’s forts and trading posts.Lord Loudoun and the Marquis de Montcalm were sent out to lead their forces and Montcalm was soon tasked with capturing the formidable Anglo-American post at Oswego. As a result of daring use of “wilderness” tactics and siege-warfare techniques, Montcalm’s 3,000-strong force surrounded the forts at Oswego and soon forced the defenders to surrender – an outstanding French success.Featuring specially commissioned full colour artwork, expert analysis, and lively narrative, this engaging study casts light on a daring feat of arms at the height of the French and Indian War.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2014214 kr
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The year 1755 saw the rivalry between Britain and France in North America escalate into open warfare as both sides sought to overcome the other''s forts and trading posts. Lord Loudoun and the Marquis de Montcalm were sent out to lead their forces and Montcalm was soon tasked with capturing the formidable Anglo-American post at Oswego. Montcalm''s 3,000-strong force surrounded the forts at Oswego and soon forced the defenders to surrender – an outstanding French success. Featuring specially commissioned full colour artwork, expert analysis, and lively narrative, this engaging study casts light on a daring feat of arms at the height of the French and Indian War.
E-bok
Engelska, 2014222 kr
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The year 1755 saw the rivalry between Britain and France in North America escalate into open warfare as both sides sought to overcome the other''s forts and trading posts. Lord Loudoun and the Marquis de Montcalm were sent out to lead their forces and Montcalm was soon tasked with capturing the formidable Anglo-American post at Oswego. Montcalm''s 3,000-strong force surrounded the forts at Oswego and soon forced the defenders to surrender – an outstanding French success. Featuring specially commissioned full colour artwork, expert analysis, and lively narrative, this engaging study casts light on a daring feat of arms at the height of the French and Indian War.
Del 328 - Men-at-Arms
Émigré and Foreign Troops in British Service (1)
1793–1802
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013180 kr
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Following the French Revolution in 1789, members of the aristocracy were increasingly persecuted, and many of them fled abroad.These exiles became known collectively as ''émigrés'', and despite initial confusions and indecision, many of them were taken into British service. This fine text by René Chartrand examines the organisation, uniforms and insignia of the Émigré troops in British service from 1793 to 1802, accompanied by plenty of illustrations including eight full page colour plates by Patrice Courcelle.
Del 328 - Men-at-Arms
Émigré and Foreign Troops in British Service (1)
1793–1802
E-bok
Engelska, 2013180 kr
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Following the French Revolution in 1789, members of the aristocracy were increasingly persecuted, and many of them fled abroad.These exiles became known collectively as ''émigrés'', and despite initial confusions and indecision, many of them were taken into British service. This fine text by René Chartrand examines the organisation, uniforms and insignia of the Émigré troops in British service from 1793 to 1802, accompanied by plenty of illustrations including eight full page colour plates by Patrice Courcelle.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2016
161 kr
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Bursting with full colour illustrations, a handy, complete guide to the Vikings, from the lives they led at home to their voyages of plunder across Europe and into America.The history of the Vikings is bloody and eventful, and Viking warriors capture the popular imagination to this day. They made history, establishing the dukedom of Normandy, providing the Byzantine Emperors’ bodyguard and landing on the shores of America 500 years before Columbus.Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs and original Osprey artwork, this book presents a new window into their way of life including detailed studies of the Hersir, the raiding warrior of the Viking world, and the legendary Viking longship.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2016150 kr
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The history of the Vikings is bloody and eventful, and Viking warriors capture the popular imagination to this day. They made history, establishing the dukedom of Normandy, providing the Byzantine Emperors'' bodyguard and landing on the shores of America 500 years before Columbus. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs and original Osprey artwork, this book presents a new window into their way of life including detailed studies of the Hersir, the raiding warrior of the Viking world, and the legendary Viking longship.
E-bok
Engelska, 2016145 kr
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The history of the Vikings is bloody and eventful, and Viking warriors capture the popular imagination to this day. They made history, establishing the dukedom of Normandy, providing the Byzantine Emperors'' bodyguard and landing on the shores of America 500 years before Columbus. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs and original Osprey artwork, this book presents a new window into their way of life including detailed studies of the Hersir, the raiding warrior of the Viking world, and the legendary Viking longship.
Del 110 - Fortress
Forts of the American Revolution 1775-83
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
181 kr
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Though primarily fought in the field, the American Revolution saw fortifications play an important part in some of the key campaigns of the war.Field fortifications were developed around major towns including Boston, New York and Savannah, while the frontier forts at Stanwix, Niagara and Cumberland were to all be touched by the war. This book details all the types of fortification used throughout the conflict, the engineers on all sides who constructed and maintained them, and the actions fought around and over them.
Del 110 - Fortress
Forts of the American Revolution 1775-83
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2016201 kr
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Though primarily fought in the field, the American Revolution saw fortifications play an important part in some of the key campaigns of the war.Field fortifications were developed around major towns including Boston, New York and Savannah, while the frontier forts at Stanwix, Niagara and Cumberland were to all be touched by the war. This book details all the types of fortification used throughout the conflict, the engineers on all sides who constructed and maintained them, and the actions fought around and over them.
Del 110 - Fortress
Forts of the American Revolution 1775-83
E-bok
Engelska, 2016208 kr
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Though primarily fought in the field, the American Revolution saw fortifications play an important part in some of the key campaigns of the war.Field fortifications were developed around major towns including Boston, New York and Savannah, while the frontier forts at Stanwix, Niagara and Cumberland were to all be touched by the war. This book details all the types of fortification used throughout the conflict, the engineers on all sides who constructed and maintained them, and the actions fought around and over them.