The mounted troops of the Hapsburg Empire comprised one of the most powerful forces of the Napoleonic Wars (1799-1815). However, from the outset the cavalry's higher command was less capable than its infantry counterpart: appointments were influenced by nepotism and politics, which resulted in commands often being given to those who lacked experience. The cavalry underwent many re-organisations and expansions in the course of the wars that attempted to redress these matters, and to modernise the force as a whole. This title examines these processes and documents in detail the tactics, uniforms and equipment of the Austrian cavalry, covering Cuirassiers, Dragoons, Chevauxlegers, Hussars, Uhlan (lancer) and auxiliary units.
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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.
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Philip Haythornthwaite is an author and historical consultant specialising in the military history, uniforms and equipment of the 18th and 19th centuries. His main area of research covers the Napoleonic Wars. He has written some forty books, including more than 20 Osprey titles, and innumerable articles and papers on military history, but still finds time to indulge in his other great passion - cricket.
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good reference for uniforms enthusiast, but...,
This review is from: Austrian Army of the Napoleonic Wars (1) : Infantry (Men-At-Arms Series, 176) (Paperback)
The only disadvantage of this volume is that the Author tried to discuss literally all "foot" units, including irregulars, militia and volunteers (in my opinion - these units need to be treated in separate volume). Due to the lack of space the title does not cover the Austrian REGULAR infantry uniforms, arms and equipment in full, unfortunately.
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The mounted troops of the Hapsburg Empire comprised one of the most powerful forces of the Napoleonic Wars; the field army in March 1809, for example, included no less than 44,940 cavalrymen and 42,791 horses. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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The mounted troops of the Hapsburg Empire comprised one of the most powerful forces of the Napoleonic Wars; the field army in March 1809, for example, included no less than 44,940 cavalrymen and 42,791 horses. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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