The Russian Army of the Napoleonic Wars (2) : Cavalry 1799-1814 (Men-At-Arms Series, 189) [Paperback]

Philip Haythornthwaite (Author), Bryan Fosten (Illustrator)

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Series: Men-at-Arms | Publication Date: August 3, 2010

During the Napoleonic era, Russia possessed a vast force of cavalry, forming a greater percentage than that of most European armies. This stemmed partly from their service against the Turks, who had huge numbers of troops, and partly from the fact that much Russian terrain was suitable for the manoeuvre of large bodies of cavalry. This companion volume to Men-at-Arms 185 examines the organisation, tactics and uniforms of the Russian cavalry during this dynamic and turbulent period, covering Cuirassiers, Dragoons, Hussars, Uhlans, Mounted Jägers and the Lifeguard, as well as the Opolchenie militia and Cossacks.

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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.

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 (August 3, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0850457467
• ISBN-13: 978-0850457469
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 0.2 x 9.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #986,015 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Visual Resource on the Napoleonic Wars, June 6, 2000

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This review is from: The Russian Army of the Napoleonic Wars (1) : Infantry 1799-1814 (Men-At-Arms Series, 185) (Paperback)

The Men-at Arms series continues in this volume on the Russian Infantry during the Napoleonic Wars. This book, while it does not go into depth about the history of the conflict, does provide a visual resource that is invaluable for history buffs and professional television and film designers alike. The book uses more second hand sources than one might wish, but all the information is clear and concise.