Austrian Napoleonic Artillery 1792-1815 (New Vanguard) [Paperback]

David Hollins (Author), Brian Delf (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 20, 2003 | Series: New Vanguard (Book 72)

The Austrian artillery of the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars was a creation of the renowned Lichtenstein system of the early 1750s. This weight system produced a series of weapons of 3-, 6- and 12-pdr. calibre along with 7- and 10-pdr. howitzers. In the 1780s they were joined by Cavalry artillery guns with their Wurst seats. In 1811 Austria also began the establishment of rocket troops based upon the British invention, whilst their heavy and siege pieces remained the 12 -,18- and 24-pdrs throughout the period. This book describes the system as well as its operational use during the Napoleonic Wars.

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About the Author

David Hollins was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, in 1962. After graduating from University College London, he trained as a maritime solicitor and began his career in commercial shipping. He is a frequent contributor to specialist Napoleonic magazines and has written a number of books related to the Imperial Army and Archduke Charles. His previous work for Osprey includes Men-at-Arms 299: ‘Austrian Auxiliary Troops 1792-1816’, and Warrior 24: ‘Austrian Grenadiers and Infantry 1788-1816’.

Product Details

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (May 20, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 184176499X
• ISBN-13: 978-1841764993
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 0.1 x 9.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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11 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE book on Austrian Artillery of the Napoleonic Era., May 29, 2003

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Steven H. Smith (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Austrian Napoleonic Artillery 1792-1815 (New Vanguard) (Paperback)

Today I received my copy of Dave Hollin's book on Austrian Artillery. I am very pleased with the product. The text is straight forward. A great amount of useful technical material is provided, mostly in table form. Mr. Hollins provides a text that easily flows from one topic to the next.

The illustrations selected are great - much of the material has never been seen before in print. These illustrations alone would make this booklet a 'must have' selection.

Several picayune criticisms:

1) The table at the bottom of page 15: the right hand column should be cm/Zoll. As this is the length of the Taube, or casable as it is called in English. The measurement is from the rear of the basering to the furthermost end of the casable.

2) The cannon ball, illustrated on page 34: The damage was more likely caused by water and chemical damage while in the ground, than the causes listed. It would be nice to know the story of this particular cannon ball.

Several items of great interest:

1) Page 12, top: This illustration, from 1760 or earlier, clearly shows the 'bricole' in use by Austria.

2) Page 19: Excellent photographs of the Kavallerie carriage and tube (its sole distinction, the 'chiseled off' Taube (or casable)). A very rare illustration of the Kavallerie howitzer.

3) Pages 22 and 23: Illustrations of the fortress and siege pieces.

4) Good drawings of the Field forges (2 and 4 wheeled).

Again, this is an excellent work - It clearly shows the effort and time spent by Dave and his colleagues to get it right. Thanks, Dave, for your great efforts.

Steve