In the Emperor`s Service: Wallenstein`s Army, 1625-1634, Spring Laurence

Автор: Spring Laurence
Название: Bavarian Army During the Thirty Years War, 1618-1648
ISBN: 1911512390 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781911512394
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Описание: The Bavarian Army has been overshadowed by those of Gustavus Adolphus` and Wallenstein`s armies, but it was one of only a few armies to have fought throughout the Thirty Years War - first as part of the Catholic League and then as an independent army after the Peace of Prague. Among the generals of the Bavarian Army were Count Johan von Tilly and G

Автор: Laurence Spring, Philip Haythornthwaite
Название: Russian Grenadiers and Infantry 1799–1815
ISBN: 1841763802 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781841763804
Издательство: Osprey
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Описание: This title provides a fact-filled and vivid account of life in the Russian infantry at the turbulent turn of the 19th century - a time when the Russian Army was arguably one of the most important in the world. Although hopelessly outdated at the outbreak of the European war of 1799, after Czar Paul I's murder the army underwent radical changes and modernization. This book details recruitment and training procedures, military tactics and equipment and daily life both at home and on campaign.

The common and extraordinary experiences of the ordinary soldier are examined and several commonly held assumptions regarding his character and motivations dismissed.

Автор: Spring Laurence
Название: First British Army, 1624-1628
ISBN: 1910777951 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781910777954
Издательство: Random House - Penguin
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Описание: True, the concept of Britain dates back to Roman times, but it was James I that founded Britain in the modern sense. With his accession to the throne in 1603 for the first time Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland were united - with James bestowing on himself the title of 'King of Great Britain'. Before this time, Scots and Irishmen may have served in the English Army as mercenaries, but it was known as an English Army - but now the King's (or British) flag flew over the castles and forts throughout the land. The army raised by Charles I in 1625 for his war against Spain -and subsequently, with France - is most famous for its failure. However, it is one of the best-documented armies of the early 17th century.

Using archival and archaeological evidence, the first half of the book covers the lives of the officers and men serving in the army at this time - as well as the women who accompanied them. The author discusses the origins of officers and why they decided to serve in the army - and how the men from England, Scotland and Ireland were recruited (as well as how they were clothed and what they ate; the medical care; and the tactics used by the army at this time). It also covers the hidden faction of tailors, armorers and merchants who helped to put the army into the field.

The second half of the book covers not only the expeditions to Cadiz, the Isle de Rhe and the siege of La Rochelle, but also their effect on an England who feared a Spanish (and later a French) invasion. Also covered are the campaigns of Count Ernest von Mansfeldt's and Sir Charles Morgan's armies at this time, which fought at Breda, Dessau Bridge and against the forces of the Holy Roman Empire. The final chapter looks at what became of the soldiers and their widows once the army had been disbanded - therefore, the book will be essential reading for anyone interested in Early Modern History, including the English Civil War and the Thirty Years War.

Автор: Spring Laurence
Название: French Guardsman vs Russian Jaeger
ISBN: 1782003622 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781782003625
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Описание: The Russian Jaeger regiments and Napoleon`s Young Guard clashed repeatedly during the campaigns of 1812-14. This book traces the evolving trial of strength between Russia`s Jaeger arm and France`s Young Guardsmen at the height of the Napoleonic Wars.

Автор: Spring, Laurence
Название: The Cossacks 1799–1815
ISBN: 1841764647 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781841764641
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Описание: During the Napoleonic Wars (1799-1815), the Cossacks were Russia's unique and plentiful supply of irregular cavalry. They were employed as skirmishers, raiders and scouts, and their tactics of harassment and harrying caused great problems for Napoleon's Grand Armee as it retreated through Russia in 1812. This title shows how, although labelled as rapacious, lascivious, mercenary and ill-disciplined on the field by their detractors, they laid claim to being the finest light cavalry in Europe. This book also details the various tribes that made up the Cossack nation, the social structure of Cossack life, and how they were organised and employed in war.