New Model Army 1645-60 (Men at Arms Series, 110) [Paperback]

Stuart Asquith (Author), Chris Warner (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Men-at-Arms | Publication Date: March 1, 1981

The Restoration of 1660 is often quoted as the birth date of our modern British Army. While this may be true as far as continuity of unit identity is concerned, the evidence of history shows that the creation of an efficient military machine, and its proving on the battlefield, predates the Restoration by 15 years. It was on the battlefields of the Civil War that the foundations of the British professional army were laid. Here, supported by a wide variety of photographs and eight full colour plates, Stuart Asquith details the history, organisation, weapons and equipment of the New Model Army.

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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.

Product Details

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (March 1, 1981)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0850453852
• ISBN-13: 978-0850453850
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 0.2 x 9.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #253,546 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Basic Reference., July 8, 2008

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Michael Foncannon (Somerset, KY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: New Model Army 1645-60 (Men at Arms Series, 110) (Paperback)

Good, general overview of the founding of England's modern army out of the ashes of the English Civil War. Uniform plates and explanations allow readers to visualize the changes incorporated in the New Model Army.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Addition to my Collection!, January 25, 2012

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Vincenzo L. Falcone - See all my reviews
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This review is from: New Model Army 1645-60 (Men at Arms Series, 110) (Paperback)

This volume focuses on the military aspects of the English 'New Model Army from 1645 - 1660. It provides full details of the military operations, a full chronological account of the campaigns and studies of the military leaders, as well as looking at the influence of political and religious factors - all in an easy to follow style that keeps the reader both engaged and educated in equal portions.

It includes such interesting features as: how the regiments were raised, armed, fed and controlled on the battlefield, and contains descriptions of how the cavalry, infantry and artillery were deployed as well as the diverse strategies and tactics that were employed at the times and for different grounds. There is even room made for marriage, religion (of course), and even the medals and discipline of the day.

The author has furnished his readers with a wealth of information on this topic that applies to all manner of people with an interest, be they: historians, modelers, war-gamers or someone just looking to learn more on the subject matter.

This 40 page volume book contains eight color plates displaying twenty one uniforms and seven standards in beautiful illustrations with rich, robust colour. Added to this are about a dozen black and white illustrations from the time, and black and white photographs of the weapons and armour of the day.

The material is well researched, and well written, making it easy to follow so much information easily and enjoyably. Whether you are looking for information to aide you in painting your miniature models, assist you in assembling your recreation uniform, or just reading it for the enjoyment, this book can and will satisfy all areas of interest.

I wanted to rate it Four Stars instead of Five solely on the quality of Chris Warner's artwork - which, while fair, pales in comparison to Angus McBride and others who have worked on the series. Still in all - a good book, and a fine addition to the collection, as well as an invaluable aide in my war game painting.