Armies of Medieval Burgundy 1364-1477 (Men at Arms Series, 144) - Softcover

Michael, Nicholas

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0850455189 ISBN 13: 9780850455182

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 1983

Synopsis

King John the Good of France was captured by the English at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356; his 14-year-old son Philip fought valiantly by his side until the bitter end, and as soon as he was in a position to do so, King John rewarded his son's courage and devotion by designating him Duke of Burgundy, a title that by chance had just become extinct. Philip was the first of the Valois Dukes of Burgundy and this fascinating text by Nicholas Michael examines the functioning and organization of the Burgundian armies from the beginning of his reign until the time of the last of the Valois Dukes: Charles the Bold.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present.

About the Author:

Gerry Embleton has been a leading illustrator and researcher of historical costume since the 1970s, and has illustrated and written Osprey titles on a wide range of subjects for more than 20 years. He is an internationally respected authority on 15th and 18th century costumes in particular. He lives in Switzerland, where since 1988 he has also become well known for designing and creating life-size historical figures for museums.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 1983
• ISBN 10: 0850455189
• ISBN 13: 9780850455182
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Embleton Gerry