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Prussian Army of the Lower Rhine 1815

Hofschröer, Peter
Heftet / 2014 / Engelsk

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781782006176
Publisert
2014-10-20
Utgiver
Vendor
Osprey Publishing
Vekt
166 gr
Høyde
248 mm
Bredde
184 mm
Dybde
5 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
48

Forfatter
Hofschröer, Peter
Illustratør
Embleton, Gerry

Biographical note

Peter Hofschröer is a qualified historian and linguist specializing in the Napoleonic Wars. His two volume work 1815: The Waterloo Campaign received the 1999 Napoleonic Society of America Literary Award. He is a well-known contributor to various academic and hobby magazines, is a fellow of the International Napoleonic Society and has been twice awarded the Bismarck Memorial Medal. His previous works for Osprey include Campaign 25: Leipzig 1813. 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.

Prussian Army of the Lower Rhine 1815

Hofschröer, Peter
Heftet / 2014 / Engelsk
Hofschröer, Peter
Heftet / 2014 / Engelsk
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The Prussian Army of the Lower Rhine, led by Blücher in 1815, played a crucial part in the Allied victory at Waterloo, and was involved in intense fighting at Wavre and Ligny. Delving into original sources, including eyewitness accounts and regimental histories known only to German scholars, this book tells the story of the soldiers on the ground: how they were organised and drilled, their previous service; their march to the battlefield; and what they did when they got there. Also ideal for all those interested in the actual appearance of the Prussian soldiers in 1815, this colourful study combines the latest findings and expert analysis to cast new light on the fateful Waterloo campaign.
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Delving into original sources, including eyewitness accounts and regimental histories known only to German scholars, this book tells the story of the soldiers on the ground: how they were organised and drilled, their previous service; their march to the battlefield; and what they did when they got there.
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Introduction: Germany in 1814 – Prussia’s acquisitions at the Congress of Vienna – the German states of the new Confederation /Preparations for war – Napoleon’s return from Elba – formation of the Army of the Lower Rhine – the North German Army Corps /The army at the outbreak of hostilities – the men, their background, their motivation, their leaders /Uniforms and equipment – detailed descriptions from regimental sources /Drill and training – how the 1815 Regulations were amended for the reorganised army – the non-Prussian contingents /The army in battle – selected excerpts from after-action reports /Bibliography /Plate commentaries /Index
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Featuring specially commissioned full-colour artwork and a host of archival illustrations, this study presents the latest research into the actual appearance and performance of the units of Blücher’s army at Ligny and Waterloo during the momentous Hundred Days battles that finally toppled Napoleon.
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The Prussian Army of the Lower Rhine, led by Blücher in 1815, played a crucial part in the Allied victory at Waterloo, and was involved in intense fighting at Wavre and Ligny. Delving into original sources, including eyewitness accounts and regimental histories known only to German scholars, this book tells the story of the soldiers on the ground: how they were organised and drilled, their previous service; their march to the battlefield; and what they did when they got there. Also ideal for all those interested in the actual appearance of the Prussian soldiers in 1815, this colourful study combines the latest findings and expert analysis to cast new light on the fateful Waterloo campaign.
Les mer
Delving into original sources, including eyewitness accounts and regimental histories known only to German scholars, this book tells the story of the soldiers on the ground: how they were organised and drilled, their previous service; their march to the battlefield; and what they did when they got there.
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Introduction: Germany in 1814 – Prussia’s acquisitions at the Congress of Vienna – the German states of the new Confederation /Preparations for war – Napoleon’s return from Elba – formation of the Army of the Lower Rhine – the North German Army Corps /The army at the outbreak of hostilities – the men, their background, their motivation, their leaders /Uniforms and equipment – detailed descriptions from regimental sources /Drill and training – how the 1815 Regulations were amended for the reorganised army – the non-Prussian contingents /The army in battle – selected excerpts from after-action reports /Bibliography /Plate commentaries /Index
Les mer
Featuring specially commissioned full-colour artwork and a host of archival illustrations, this study presents the latest research into the actual appearance and performance of the units of Blücher’s army at Ligny and Waterloo during the momentous Hundred Days battles that finally toppled Napoleon.
Les mer

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781782006176
Publisert
2014-10-20
Utgiver
Vendor
Osprey Publishing
Vekt
166 gr
Høyde
248 mm
Bredde
184 mm
Dybde
5 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
48

Forfatter
Hofschröer, Peter
Illustratør
Embleton, Gerry

Biographical note

Peter Hofschröer is a qualified historian and linguist specializing in the Napoleonic Wars. His two volume work 1815: The Waterloo Campaign received the 1999 Napoleonic Society of America Literary Award. He is a well-known contributor to various academic and hobby magazines, is a fellow of the International Napoleonic Society and has been twice awarded the Bismarck Memorial Medal. His previous works for Osprey include Campaign 25: Leipzig 1813. 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.

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