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The Armies and Wars of the Sun King 1643-1715
Volume 1 - The Guard of Louis XIV
Häftad, 2019
333 kr
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The Armies and Wars of the Sun King 1643-1715
Volume 4 - The War of the Spanish Succession, Artillery, Engineers and Militias
Häftad, 2021
333 kr
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The Armies and Wars of the Sun King 1643-1715
Volume 3 - 1685-1697 Campaigns, The Line Cavalry, Dragoons and the Irish Wild Geese
Häftad, 2020
333 kr
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Napoleon's Guns 1792–1815 (1)
Field Artillery
Häftad, 2003
161 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. …
The Armies and Wars of the Sun King 1643-1715
Volume 2 - The Infantry of Louis XIV
Häftad, 2020
333 kr
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Forts of Colonial North America
British, Dutch and Swedish colonies
Häftad, 2011
180 kr
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This book takes a detailed look at the fortifications of various types that were built from the times of the earliest British settlements in North America in the late 16th century until the end of the Seven Years' War, when France ceded New France to Britain.It begins with a study of the forts …
The Armies and Wars of the Sun King 1643-1715
Volume 5: Buccaneers and Soldiers in the Americas
Häftad, 2022
388 kr
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Oldest Allies
Alcantara 1809
Häftad, 2012
198 kr
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Although somewhat overshadowed by Wellington's main campaign in the north, the Alcantara raid was an outstanding success.The primary objective of alarming and distracting the French forces in Spain was achieved. Furthermore, the raiders also succeeded in preventing a French incursion into Portugal …
Louis XIV's Army
Häftad, 1988
162 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 …
Napoleon's Overseas Army
Häftad, 1989
162 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 …
American Loyalist Troops 1775–84
E-bok, 2013
186 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 …
Portuguese Army of the Napoleonic Wars (2)
E-bok, 2013
182 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 …
Portuguese Army of the Napoleonic Wars (2)
E-bok, 2013
182 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 …
American War of Independence Commanders
E-bok, 2013
214 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 …
Spanish Guerrillas in the Peninsular War 1808–14
E-bok, 2013
210 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 …
Louisbourg 1758
Wolfe’S First Siege
E-bok, 2013
235 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 …
Vimeiro 1808
Wellesley’S First Victory in the Peninsular
E-bok, 2013
238 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, …
Bussaco 1810
Wellington Defeats Napoleon's Marshals
E-bok, 2013
236 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, …
Fuentes de Oñoro 1811
Wellington’S Liberation of Portugal
E-bok, 2013
243 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 …
Monongahela 1754–55
Washington’S Defeat, Braddock’s Disaster
E-bok, 2013
238 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 …
American War of Independence Commanders
E-bok, 2013
214 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 …
Spanish Guerrillas in the Peninsular War 1808–14
E-bok, 2013
214 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 …
French Fortresses in North America 1535–1763
QuéBec, MontréAl, Louisbourg and New Orleans
E-bok, 2013
208 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 …
Forts of New France in Northeast America 1600–1763
E-bok, 2013
214 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 …
Montcalm’s Crushing Blow
French and Indian Raids along New York’s Oswego River 1756
Häftad, 2014
198 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 …
Montcalm’s Crushing Blow
French and Indian Raids Along New York’s Oswego River 1756
E-bok, 2014
229 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 …
Montcalm’s Crushing Blow
French and Indian Raids Along New York’s Oswego River 1756
E-bok, 2014
229 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 …
Émigré and Foreign Troops in British Service (1)
1793–1802
E-bok, 2013
186 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 …
Émigré and Foreign Troops in British Service (1)
1793–1802
E-bok, 2013
182 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 …
Vikings
Av René Chartrand, Keith Durham m. fl.
Inbunden, 2016
171 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 …
