Austrian Specialist Troops of the Napoleonic Wars (Men-at-Arms) [Paperback]

Philip Haythornthwaite (Author), Bryan Fosten (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Men-at-Arms | Publication Date: July 26, 1990

The specialist troops of the Austrian forces helped to secure Austria's reputation as the most formidable of Napoleon's continental enemies. Due largely to the efforts of Prince Liechtenstein, by the late 18th century the Austrian artillery had been the finest in Europe, and was held up as an example to the world. This text examines the famed Austrian artillery and other specialist troops of the Napoleonic Wars (1799-1815), including the Pioneers, Pontooneers, engineer services and medical service, detailing their organisation, equipment and uniforms in a volume complete with accompanying illustrations and colour plates.

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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

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 40 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.

Product Details

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (July 26, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0850459508
• ISBN-13: 978-0850459500
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 0.3 x 9.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,563,314 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)