Spanish Army of the Napoleonic Wars (1): 1793–1808 (Men-at-Arms) - Softcover

Chartrand, René

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1855327635 ISBN 13: 9781855327634

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 1998

Synopsis

The Spanish Army was transformed during the 18th century by an influx of progressive officers who modernised and expanded it. It was closely modelled on the French armies of Louis XIV and Louis XV in tactical doctrine, organisation, armament and uniforms. In battle, they were often brave to the point of carelessness, and were thus sometimes difficult to control. The army also had several Swiss and Walloon regiments, less given to all-out attacks, but renowned for their steadiness under fire. In this first of three volumes, Réne Chartrand examines the organisation and uniforms of the Spanish Army of the Napoleonic Wars (1799-1815).

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:

René Chartrand was born in Montral and educated in Canada, the United States and the Bahamas. A senior curator with Canada's National Historic Sites for nearly three decades, he is now a freelance writer and historical consultant for cinema and historic sites restorations. He has written numerous articles and books including almost 20 Osprey titles and the first two volumes of Canadian Military Heritage. Also a student of wines, he currently lives in Hull, Quebec, with his wife and two sons.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 1855327635
• ISBN 13: 9781855327634
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Younghusband Bill