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Uniforms of the Republic of Texas: And the Men That Wore Them, 1836-1846

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This book is pictorially and historically a masterpiece at depicting the uniforms of the Texas Republic even though it only existed as an independent nation for ten years. It helps us in the North to better understand the fraternity and even occasional superciliousness of Texans and why the Presidents Bush emulate and claim them. The pictures in this book are a treat to the eyes of those who enjoy the military history of other countries.

The documentation provided was good, but the plates were a bit disappointing. I would have liked more detailed views, but this is a subject that is extremely difficult to pursue and often the information simply does not exist. The uniforms of this period were often gaudy and impractical, but oddly enough the Republic was able to buy the most up-to-date weapons and equipment. The image of the buckskin clad, fur capped backwoodsman is a myth when it comes to the Texas Republic. As time marches on, hopefully more information will surface. For students of this period, I would recommend this book.

Sir Bruce Marshall has provided a significant historical service to the followers of Texas, Texans and those who follow them with the publication of this tome of authenticity. Never before has there been available to historians a reference of the many impressive uniforms worn by the various military services of the nation of Texas. In the short ten year life of that republic, its admirable uniforms are only a representation of its many accomplishments before signing its treaty of annexation with the federal government. The fact that Marshall both edited and illustrated the book personally only adds to its impressiveness.

A very good pictorial and historic reference for a lesser known period in American History and the men who lived and fought for the Republic, for both the historian and uniform collector. A superb companion volume for the excellent Osprey books on the same era.
As a holder of an Honorary Admiralty in the Texas Navy, this work was even more intriguing since it covers even the uniforms of that service very nicely. Definitely a colorful period in our Nation's history.

Valuable piece of history! The illustrations are great. I was especially pleased to read the uniform regulations just as they were written in 1839.