Автор: T.Wise, R.Hook
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1980
isbn: 0-85045-336-4
Количество страниц: 49
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
In the first half of the 18th century the French had been the European leaders in artillery, possessing the only standardised range of pieces. These pieces, were sturdy but extremely heavy. This books shows how at the beginning of the Seven Years' War, Austria seized the lead by introducing new light field pieces - the 3pdr., 6pdr., and 12pdr. guns - and some excellent light howitzers. Other powers adopted this new system, however no complete overarching methodology existed until the implementation of the Gribeauval system, which was to revolutionise the artillery of Europe and make possible the highly efficient field artillery of the Napoleonic Wars.
Автор: G. Blaxlanland
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1972
isbn: 0850450640
Количество страниц: 42
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
Text by Gregory Blaxland, Colour Plates by Michael Youens. This Osprey publication examines the changing face of the Buffs (from 1935 Royal Buffs) from their inception in the sixteenth century until their final demise as an independent unit in 1967. An excellent book, full of in-depth detail about this famous regiment. Due to popular demand, strictly limited quantities of Osprey's most wanted out of print Men-at-Arms, Vanguard and Elite titles are back in stock. Many of these books have been out of print for 5 years or more, so don't miss this one-off opportunity to buy them hot-off-the-press at regular series prices while stocks last. Orders will be processed on a strictly first come, first served basis so hurry! Order your books today.
Автор: M. Barthorp, R. Hook
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1990
isbn: 0850452996
Количество страниц: 50
Язык: русский
Формат: PDF
Wellington's commanders were undoubtedly a breed apart. Among these heroes were cavalry officer Henry Paget, who kept the French horses from the heels of the retreating British infantry with a dashing charge at Benavente, and Thomas Picton, who concealed his injuries from his men while commanding to his last breath. This book examines the command and staff system of Wellington's army, and the background, character and war records of his commanding officers. Numerous illustrations, including eight full colour plates, depict the officers' uniforms in vivid detail.
Автор: T.Wise, G. Rosignoli
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1990
isbn: 0-850451744
Количество страниц: 48
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
From the Liebfahne and Ordinдrfahne of Austria, to the eagle and wreath of Russia, the flags of the Napoleonic Wars comprised a range of designs and colours. The second in a series of three volumes focusing on flags of the Napoleonic Wars, this book examines the patterns, colours and guidons of Austria, Britain, Prussia and Russia, offering a rare glimpse into an often-overlooked subject in Napoleonic history. The text is packed with illustrations throughout, including colour plates, sketches and tables detailing flag variants, patterns and inspection colours.
Автор: S. Reid, B. Fosten
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1992
isbn: 1-85532-2560
Количество страниц: 48
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Ultimately, regiments are judged by their behaviour in battle; and highlanders have always had a reputation as 'stormers', as exemplified by the impetuous charge of the Gordons at Waterloo, intermingled with the Scots greys. This reputation probably resulted at least in part from an unusually close bonding between officers and men, and an assumption that highlanders were natural soldiers, possessed of an impetuous spirit and temperamentally more inclined to use the bayonet. Complemented by many illustrations, including eight full page colour plates by Bryan Fosten, Stuart Reid's engaging text examines the uniforms and organisation of Wellington's Highlanders.
Автор: G.L.. Rottman, R. Volstad
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1989
isbn: 9780850458428
Количество страниц: 48
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Whether referred to as web gear, TE-21, TA50, LBE or LCE, the American soldier's individual combat equipment was seldom praised – except by its developers. Nevertheless, it has always been, and will continue to be an essential part of the fighting man's burden. With the aid of plenty of contemporary photographs, diagrams, and eight full page colour plates by Osprey veteran Ron Volstad, Gordon Rottman's text unearths a wealth of information on the changing nature of US combat equipments from 1910-1988.
Автор: R.T. Martinez, A. McBride
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1986
isbn: 9780850457018
Количество страниц: 48
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
The Republican Roman army suffered heavy losses as a result of the "hit and run" tactics employed by the Hispanics in Ancient Spain. After preparatory chanting, the Celt-Iberians would attack en masse and in apparent disorder. At a pre-arranged signal the warriors would retreat as if defeated. This sequence might be repeated over several days, until finally the Romans lost their discipline and broke formation in pursuit. At this point the Hispanics would quickly mount a counter-attack that would decimate the legions. This volume explores the organisation, tactics, history, arms and armour of Rome's Spanish enemies.
Автор: T. Wise, G. Rosignoli
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1990
isbn: 085045171X
Количество страниц: 48
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
In the summer of 1804, the eagle was chosen as the symbol of the French Army by Napoleon himself. The Emperor's sculptor, Chaudet, made the original model, and from this were cast bronze copies in the workshop of Thomire, which would be proudly borne into battle by many a French regiment. This fascinating work by Terence Wise explores in depth the flags, colours and guidons of the Napoleonic wars, concentrating on France and her allies, and covering every faction from Baden to Würzburg. This book is a must for anyone interested in this fascinating topic.
Автор: Mark Mclaughlin
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1980
isbn: 0850453585
Количество страниц: 48
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
This book examines the uniforms, equipment, history and organisation of the Wild Geese, from the late 1600s through to the Napoleonic Wars. Uniforms are shown in full colour artwork.
Автор: T. Wise, G.A. Embleton
Издательство: Osprey
Год издания: 1978
isbn: 0850451256
Количество страниц: 48
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
In the early crusades men of all ranks from all over Europe took the cross and went to fight Islam as volunteers. Some went out of religious fervour, others to escape the plagues and famine which were rife at the time, still others in search of land or a fortune in loot. Fighting alongside all of these were the armies raised in Outremer, the Holy Land itself. Together they waged a bloody religious war, the participants of which included such forces as the Knights Templar, the Teutonic Knights, and the Byzantine Army.
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