Napoleon's Guard Infantry (1) (Men-At-Arms Series, 153) [Paperback]

Philip Haythornthwaite (Author), Bryan Fosten (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Men-at-Arms | Publication Date: July 26, 1984

The concept of the bodyguard is as ancient as the practice of an individual assuming the leadership of a group or tribe. From the Companions of Alexander to the Varangians of Byzantium, bodies of élite warriors, owing personal allegiance to their sovereign and obeying no others, have illuminated or stained the annals of military history. Napoleon's Imperial Guards probably represent the last true link in a chain spanning the ages. Philip Haythornthwaite describes the history, organisation and equipment of Napoleon's Guard Infantry in an engaging work which includes numerous illustrations and eight full page colour plates superbly drawn by Bryan Fosten.

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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 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.

Product Details

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (July 26, 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0850455340
• ISBN-13: 978-0850455342
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.1 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,548,706 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)