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Men-at-Arms 001 Katcher: The American Provincial Corps 1775-1784. 9780850451481

American Provincial Corps 1775-1784 Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Michael Youens The Early Years, A Policy Emerges, Capture of Philadelphia, The War in the South, King’s Mountain, The Bitter End

Men-at-Arms 003 McElwee: Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. 9780850450859

Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Author: William McElwee. Illustrator: Michael Roffe 40 pages, many illustrations. William McElwee tells the story of this most famous of regiments which has served with distinction in two world wars and beyond

Men-at-Arms 004 Seaton: The Army of the German Empire, 1870 - 1888. 9780850451504

Army of the German Empire, 1870 - 1888 Albert Seaton Prussia’s Greatest Warrior, Prussia’s Demoralization and Decay, Prussia’s Military Reforms, Europe in the Mid-nineteenth Century, Von Roon’s New Army, Denmark the casus belli, The Army of the North German Confederation, Prussia’s South German Allies, The Franco-Prussian War, Structure of the Army

Men-at-Arms 006 Seaton: The Austro-Hungarian Army of the Seven Years War. 9780850451498

Austro-Hungarian Army of the Seven Years War Author: Albert Seaton. Illustrator: R. Ottenfeld Austria and the Holy Roman Empire, The Coming of the Hungarians, The Austro-Hungarian Union, Brandenburg-Prussia Challenges Austria, The War of the Austrian Succession, The First Silesian War, The Second Silesian War, Maria Theresa’s Imperial Reforms, The Seven Years War, The Prussian Recovery, The Final Stages, Finale

Men-at-Arms 007 Pivka: The Black Brunswickers. 9780850451467

Black Brunswickers Author: Otto von Pivka. Illustrator: Michael Roffe The Formation of the Black Horde, The Campaign of 1809, The fight to the Coast, Brunswick, Troops in the Peninsular, The 1815 Campaign, Quatre Bras 16 June 1815, Waterloo 18 June 1815, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 010 Blaxland: The Buffs 1948-1967. 9780850450644

Buffs 1948-1967. Special reprint, limited edition Author: Gregory Blaxland. Illustrator: Michael Youens 40 pages. numerous black-white and colour illustrations. This book details the history of the Buffs from their inception to their demise as an independent unit in 1967, focusing particularly on their uniforms, including the distinctive dragon badge.

Men-at-Arms 012 Shepperd: The Connaught Rangers. 9780850450835

Connaught Rangers Author: Alan Shepperd. Illustrator: Michael Youens The Origins, The Peninsular War 1808-14, The 88th from 1814-1881, South Africa, The Connaught, Rangers in the Great War, Uniforms, Colour plate commentary

Men-at-Arms 014 Young: The English Civil War. 9780850451191

English Civil War Author: Peter Young. Illustrator: Michael Roffe Chapters on fighting, cavalry, infantry, artillery and discipline examine the subject in depth, with many contemporary accounts, such as those of Royalist Captain, Richard Atkyns, who served in one of the most 'active' regiments of the war. The Fighting, The Horse, Discipline, The Foot, The Train of Artillery

Men-at-Arms 014tr: Young: The English Civil War. 1841760404

English Civil War. Author: Peter Young. Illustrator: Michael Roffe Chapters on fighting, cavalry, infantry, artillery and discipline examine the subject in depth, with many contemporary accounts, such as those of Royalist Captain, Richard Atkyns, who served in one of the most 'active' regiments of the war. The Fighting, The Horse, Discipline, The Foot, The Train of Artillery

Men-at-Arms 017 The French Foreign Legion. Paperback; 9780850450514

French Foreign Legion. Paperback; Men-at-Arms 17 Author: Martin Windrow. Illustrator: Michael Roffe 1971, reprint; 48 pages; In this book, acclaimed French Army expert Martin Windrow examines the history and uniforms of the French Foreign Legion, from its service in the Carlist War of 1835-36 to World War II and beyond, debunking many of the prevalent myths surrounding this formidable force.

Men-at-Arms 018 Young: Georg Washington's Army. 9780850450620

Georg Washington's Army. Men-at-Arms 018 Author: Peter Young. Illustrator: Michael Roffe This book examines the uniforms, equipment, history and organisation of George Washington’s Army. The chronology of the American Revolution is summarised, and its major personalities introduced. Uniforms are shown in full illustrated detail. Chronology of the American War of Independence, General Outline, Personalities, Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, Tactics, Conclusion, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 020 Warner: Japanese Army of World War II. 9780850451184

Japanese Army of World War II Author: Philip Warner. Illustrator: Michael Youens This book examines the Japanese concept of war and describes the organisation, tactics and weaponry of the Japanese Army from their triumphant invasions of 1941-42 until their ultimate defeat in 1945. Numerous illustrations and colour plates depict the weapons and uniforms of the Japanese troops in vivid detail.

Men-at-Arms 021 Shepperd: The King's Regiment. 9780850451207

King's Regiment Author: Peter Young. Illustrator: Michael Roffe Princess Anne’s Regiment, First Battle Honours, The West Indies, The New World, The Queen’s Own, 96th of Foot, New Zealand, The Crimea, The Indian Mutiny, Afghanistan, South Africa, The Great War, The Western Front, The Vineyard, ‘A Bloody Slogging Match’, The Twenty Years’ Armistice, The Second World War, SIngapore, The Chindits, Kohima to Mandalay, Italy, Normandy and Victory in the West, The White Horse and Fleur-de-Lis

Men-at-Arms 022 Windrow: Luftwaffe Airborne and Field Units. 9780850451146

Luftwaffe Airborne and Field Units Author: Martin Windrow. Illustrator: Michael Roffe Fallschirmjager, Flakartillerie, Division 'Herman Goring', Luftwaffen Feld-Divisionen, Colour plate, Commentary

Men-at-Arms 024 Windrow and Hook: Panzer Divisions. 9780850454345

Panzer Divisions Martin Windrow, illustrated by Richard Hook This remarkable book by Martin Windrow deals with one of the German Army's most effective and feared rapid attack forces, including a summary of every Panzer division's war record and an extensive examination of uniforms, equipment and decorations. The Divisions, Tank and Armoured Car Uniforms, Self-Propelled Artillery Uniforms

Men-at-Arms 025 Carman: The Royal Artillery 085045140x

Royal Artillery Text by W.Y. Carman, Colour plates by Michael Roffe. 40 pages. 1973, special reprint 2000. In May 1716 a permenant regiment of artillery, albeit of only two companies, was introduced into the British Army. This was the first step in the formation of the Royal Artillery, whose units have featured in so many battles that their battle colours simply read ‘Ubique’ Everywhere.

Men-at-Arms 025 Carman: The Royal Artillery. 9780850451405

Royal Artillery Text by W.Y. Carman, Colour Plates by Michael Roffe. 40 pages. 1973. 2005. In May 1716 a permenant regiment of artillery, albeit of only two companies, was introduced into the British Army. This was the first step in the formation of the Royal Artillery, whose units have featured in so many battles that their battle colours simply read ‘Ubique’ Everywhere.

Men-at-Arms 026 Grant: Royal Scots Greys. 9780850450590

Royal Scots Greys. Author: Charles Grant. Illustrator: Michael Youens 1972; 48 pages. With their cry of ‘Scotland forever!’ they charged upon the French ranks seizing the imperial eagle of the French 45th Regimental. This book also looks at how this traditional cavalry unit struggled to come to terms with the realities of modern warfare during the Anglo-Boer war and World War I. Equipment and organisation used in all these combats is detailed in full and uniforms are shown in full colour artwork.

Men-at-Arms 029 Seaton: The Soviet Army. 9780850451139

Soviet Army Author: Albert Seaton. Illustrator: Michael Roffe The Tsarist Heritage, The Revolution, The Birth of the Red Army, The Civil War, The Russo-Polish War, The End of the Civil War, An Army without confidence, The Great Purges, Soviet Expansionism and the Threat of War, The Russo-Finnish Winter War, The Trial of Strength - June 1941, Moscow 1941, Stalingrad, From Victory to Victory, The Far East, The Soviet Army, A Modern Army, Uniforms

Men-at-Arms 031 Lawford: 30th Punjabi's , 9780850450613

30th Punjabi's Author: James Lawford. Illustrator: Michael Youens This book examines the uniforms, equipment, history and organisation of the 30th Punjabis, from 1857 to their service in World War 2. Uniforms are shown in full illustrated detail. Early Days 1857-1914, The First World War, The Years Between the Wars, 1919-1939, The Second World War, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 032 Selby: United States Marine Corps. 9780850451153

United States Marine Corps Author: John Selby. Illustrator: Michael Roffe 1775-1846, 1849-1918, The Second World War, Korea, Vietnam

Men-at-Arms 033 Selby: U.S. Cavalry 9781841763514

US Cavalry Author: John Selby. Illustrator: Michael Roffe 1972. This book details the history of the cavalry from its formation to the late 1960s, while profiling some of its most memorable leaders. The text is backed by numerous illustrations, including contemporary photographs, sketches, maps and eight colour plates.

Men-at-Arms 034 Burn: Waffen SS. 9780850454253

Waffen SS Author: Martin Windrow. Illustrator: Jeffrey Burn Martin Windrow provides a splendid in-depth review of the history, uniforms and insignia of the infamous Waffen-SS. The Evolution of the Waffen-SS, The Divisions

Men-at-Arms 037 Katcher: The Army of Northern Virginia. 9780850452105

Army of Northern Virginia Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Michael Youens Philip Katcher explores in absorbing detail all aspects of the army, including infantry, cavalry, artillery, technical and medical corps, paying particular attention to equipment, weapons and uniforms. Contemporary and museum photographs, together with the author's expert text

Men-at-Arms 038 Katcher: Army of the Potomac. 9780850452082

Army of the Potomac Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Michael Youens This entertaining volume from the same team of author Philip Katcher and artist Michael Youens who produced Men-at-Arms 37 The Army of Northern Virginia, explores how this transition came about, with a particular emphasis on weapons, uniforms and equipment. The Men and their Regiment, The Infantry Regiment, Personal Equipment, Weapons and Insignia, The Artillery, The Cavalry, The Technical Corps, The Medical Serivce, Corps, Insignia

Men-at-Arms 039 May: British Army in North America 1775-1783. 9781855327351

British Army in North America 1775-1783. Revised edition Author: Robin May. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton Robin May's splendid work looks at the British Army that fought in the American Revolution from 1775 to1783. It details the soldiers who faced the difficulties of campaigning in America along with the gross inefficiency and corruption at home which, along with their generals' often blundering conduct, were as deadly enemies as the Americans. Raising an Army, The Redcoats' War, A Diary of the American Revolution, The Royal Warrant of 1768 for Infantry Clothing, Colours

Men-at-Arms 041 Nicholson: The Gurkha Rifles. 9780850451962

Gurkha Rifles Author: J.B.R. Nicholson. Illustrator: Michael Roffe Early History, The Nepal War, Early Years, The Great Mutiny, Post-Mutiny Expansion, The Umbeyla Campaign, The 3rd Afghan War, Burma 2nd Assam, Chitral, The Tirah Campaign, Tibet 1903, The World Wars, Partition, New Formations, Notes on Uniforms.

Men-at-Arms 042 Pivka: The King's German Legion. 9780850451924

King's German Legion Text by Otto von Pivka, Plates by Michael Roffe The King’s German Legion was born in sorrow, their tragedy being the occupation of their homeland, the electorate of Hanover, by a 13,000-strong French force under General Mortier in 1803. This book examines how the Hanoverians exacted their revenge.

Men-at-Arms 043 Pivka: Napoleon's German Allies 2: Nassau & Oldenburg. 9780850452556

Napoleon's German Allies 2: Nassau & Oldenburg Author: Otto von Pivka. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton 1808, Napoleon persuaded Herzog Peter Friedrich Ludwig of Oldenburg to join the Confederation of the Rhine by the Treaty of Erfurt - the military contingent to be maintained by the duchy was set at an infantry battalion of 800 men in six companies.

Men-at-Arms 047 Wilkinson-Latham: The South Wales Borderers. 9780850452099

South Wales Borderers Author: Christopher Wilkinson-Latham. Illustrator: Michael Roffe Dering’s Regiment, Malborough’s Wars, 18th Century Campaigns, America 1776-1777, The Napoleonic Wars, India, The Zulu War, A New Title, The World Wars, Between the Wars, An End and a Beginning, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 048 May: Wolfe's Army. 9781855327368

Wolfe's Army Author: Robin May. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton Robin May brings vividly to life the history of this ferocious war, the 'cast' of which included the likes of George Washington, Sir William Johnson, Lord Howe, Abercromby and the twin heroes of the great drama; Montcalm and Wolfe. The Unending Conflict, Disaster, Mismanagement and Massacre, The 1758 Campaigns, With Wolfe to Quebec, The Fall of New France

Men-at-Arms 049 Grant: The Coldstream Guards. 9780850450576

Coldstream Guards. Special reprint, limited edition Author: Charles Grant. Illustrator: Michael Roffe 40 pages. In the years following the English Civil War, the troops saw action in the Napoleonic Wars, the Crimea, Egypt, Sudan and South Africa, and World Wars I and II. This book outlines the history of the Coldstream Guards from its inception to the end of World War II, detailing the uniforms and equipment of this prestigious unit.

Men-at-Arms 050 Wise: Medieval European Armies. 9780850452457

Medieval European Armies Author: Terence Wise. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton This fascinating study by Terence Wise explores the organisation, weapons and equipment of the armies who fought across medieval Europe, from the Hundred Years War to the fight against the Moors in Spain and the French invasion of Italy. Raising a Feudal Army, The Mercenaries, The First National Armies, Organisation

Men-at-Arms 052 Wilkinson-Latham: The Royal Green Jackets, 9780850452495

Royal Green Jackets Author: Christopher Wilkinson-Latham. Illustrator: Michael Roffe This book examines the history of the component regiments of the Royal Green Jackets and describes the action of individual regiments in the Napoleonic Wars, Boer War, and World Wars. Numerous illustrations and photographs depict the Green Jackets' uniforms in vivid detail.

Men-at-Arms 053: Windrow: Rommel’s Desert Army. 9780850450958

Rommel’s Desert Army. Men-at-Arms 53 Author: Martin Windrow. Illustrator: Michael Roffe 1977, reprint 2001. The contribution of his various troops is detailed in a full order of battle which includes his veteran Afrika Korps and Italian allies, and their uniforms are shown in full colour arwork.

Men-at-Arms 053: Windrow: Rommel’s Desert Army`. 9780850450958

Rommel’s Desert Army. Men-at-Arms 53 Author: Martin Windrow. Illustrator: Michael Roffe 1977, reprint 2001 with the original cover. The contribution of his various troops is detailed in a full order of battle which includes his veteran Afrika Korps and Italian allies, and their uniforms are shown in full colour arwork.

Men-at-Arms 056 Katcher: The Mexican-American War 1846–48. 9780850452532

Mexican-American War 1846–48. Men-at-Arms 56 Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton 1989; 48 pages. Philip Katcher writes the story of the regulars and volunteers who fought in the Mexican-American War, detailing the infantry, cavalry, artillery and staff of both the American and Mexican armies

Men-at-Arms 057 McBride: The Zulu War. 9780850452563

Zulu War Author and Illustrator: Angus McBride This excellent book tells the story of the Zulu's at war, from their rise to unrivalled power under the fearsome Shaka to the final devastating defeat against the British at Ulundi, detailing Zulu weapons and tactics, and the famous battles in which they fought. Rise of the Zulu, Regiments, Weapons, The Zulu on Campaign, The Outbreak of War ,The Second Invasion

Men-at-Arms 058 Miller: The Landsknechts. 9780850452587

Landsknechts Author: Douglas Miller. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton The Landsknechts were German mercenaries who served during the reigns of Charles V and Maximilian I in the sixteenth century. Their major weapon was the pike, which could be up to 18 feet in length, but those whose duty it was to advance in the front line carried instead the fearsome Zweihänder; an enormous battle-sword around 66 inches in length!

Men-at-Arms 060: Cassin-Scott: Scandinavian Armies in the Napoleonic Wars 9780850452525

Scandinavian Armies in the Napoleonic Wars (Men-at-Arms 60) Text by Jack Cassin-Scott, Colour plates by Michael Roffe. 1976, reprint 2003. The involvement of Denmark/Norway and Sweden/Finland in the Napoleonic Wars was due to the dependence of both these countries on trade and reasonable day-to-day relations with the rest of Europe. This book examines the countries’ armies.

Men-at-Arms 061 von Pivka: Portuguese Army of the Napoleonic Wars. 9780850452518

Portuguese Army of the Napoleonic Wars, special reprint, limited edition Author: Otto von Pivka. Illustrator: Michael Roffe Beginning with a chronology of Portugal's part in the Peninsular War, this book examines the uniforms, equipment and organization of the Portuguese army's various units. Detailed colour plates and numerous illustrations complement the text.

Men-at-Arms 062: Wilkinson-Latham: The Boer War. 9780850452570

Boer War. Men-at-Arms 062 Author: Christopher Wilkinson-Latham. Illustrator: Michael Roffe 1977, reprint 2002. This book examines the uniforms, equipment, history and organisation of the armies that fought in the Boer War. Both sides are covered, and the campaigns summarised. Uniforms are shown in full illustrated detail.

Men-at-Arms 065 Wilkinson-Latham: The Royal Navy 1790–1970. 9780850452488

Royal Navy 1790–1970. Men-at-Arms 65 Author: Robert Wilkinson-Latham. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton 1977; 48 pages. This book explores the changes in the uniforms of the Royal Navy from the 18th century to 1970. It includes details from the dress regulations as laid down in the first official illustrated text on the topic, which dated from 1825, up through the present day, and addresses all variations for climate, rank, and equipment requirements.

Men-at-Arms 067 Wilkinson-Latham: The Indian Mutiny. 9780850452594

Indian Mutiny Author: John Wilkinson-Latham. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton Had the ensuing uprising succeeded, it would have threatened the validity of the entire British Empire. As it was the Mutiny witnessed several tragic and bloody events, from the original incident in Meerut to the horrifying siege of Cawnpore. The Devil's Wind, Meerut, Delhi, Cawnpore, Lucknow, Chronology

Men-at-Arms 068 Bukhari: Napoleon's Line Chasseurs. 9780850452693

Napoleon's Line Chasseurs Emir Bukhari's fine text examines the dress and equipment of Napoleon's line chasseurs, plus the histories of individual regiments in a volume containing a plethora of illustrations and diagrams including eight full page colour plates by popular artist Angus McBride, showing a variety of uniforms in admirable detail. Organisation, Dress and Equipment, Saddles and Harness, War Records and Regimental Histories

Men-at-Arms 069 Cassin-Scott: Greek and Persian Wars 500-323 BC. 9780850452716

Greek and Persian Wars 500-323 BC Author: Jack Cassin-Scott. Illustrator: Jack Cassin-Scott The stories of the many battles fought between the Greeks and the Persians are here splendidly brought to life by Jack Cassin-Scott, who details the tactics, organisation and uniforms of the armies of both sides in a volume featuring numerous illustrations and museum photographs, plus eight full page colour plates superbly drawn by the author himself. The Ionian Revolt, Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis, Plataea and Mycale, The Peloponnesian War, Alexander the Great

Men-at-Arms 070 Katcher: The US Army 1941-1945. 9780850455229

US Army 1941-1945 Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Chris Collingwood At the time of the Second World War, the United States Army took an unusual approach, for the period, towards the design of its uniforms. Rather than attempt to find an all-purpose outfit, such as the British battledress, it attempted to design special-purpose dress for every possible duty, from combat in cold climates to dress parades in hot ones.  Uniform Colours, Uniform Regulations, Insignia, Personal Equipment

Men-at-Arms 071 Wilkinson-Latham: The British Army 1965-1980. 9780850452730

British Army 1965-1980 Author: David Smith. Illustrator: Angus McBride The uniform of the British Army underwent many changes between 1965 and 1980. This book catalogues these changes and outlines in detail the many regimental distinctions which exist throughout this old and prestigious army. Among the formations examined are the Household Division, the Royal Armoured Corps, the Scottish Division, the Queen's Division, the King's Division, the Prince of Wales's Division, the Light Division and the Brigade of Gurkhas.

Men-at-Arms 074 The Spanish Civil War 1936–39. Paperback. 9780850452822

Spanish Civil War 1936–39. Men-at-Arms 074 Author: Patrick Turnbull. Illustrator: Jeffrey Burn 1978; 48 pages; This book explains the background to the war and charts the course of the nearly three-year long conflict through to General Franco's victory. Photographs and colour plates illustrate the uniforms and equipment of the Republican and Nationalist armies.

Men-at-Arms 075 Wise: Armies of the Crusades 9780850451252

Armies of the Crusades Author: Terence Wise. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton In the early crusades men of all ranks from all over Europe took the cross and went to fight Islam as volunteers. Fighting alongside all of these were the armies raised in Outremer, the Holy Land itself. Together they waged a bloody religious war, the participants of which included such forces as the Knights Templar, the Teutonic Knights, and the Byzantine Army. The Armies of Christendom, The Armies of Islam

Men-at-Arms 078 Wise: Flags of the Napoleonic Wars: 2. Allies. Colours, standards and guidons of Austria, Britain, Prussia & Russia. 9780850451740

Flags of the Napoleonic Wars: 2. Allies. Colours, standards and guidons of Austria, Britain, Prussia & Russia by Terence Wise. Illustrator: Guido Rosignoli From the Liebfahne and Ordinärfahne of Austria, to the eagle and wreath of Russia, the flags of the Napoleonic Wars comprised a range of designs and colours. The second in a series of three volumes focusing on flags of the Napoleonic Wars it is offering a rare glimpse into an often-overlooked subject in Napoleonic history. The text is packed with illustrations throughout, including colour plates, sketches and tables detailing flag variants, patterns and inspection colours.

Men-at-Arms 080 Fosten: The German Army 1914-1918

German Army 1914-1918 Authors: Donald Fosten, Robert Marrion. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton Numerous photographs of such wide-ranging topics as conscription, artillery and the army veterinary service. 8 full page colour plates by military artist Gerry Embleton. The Unification of Germany, The Ausmarsch, 1914, Organization, Conscription and Mobilization, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 081 Fosten: The British Army 1914-1918. 9780850452877

British Army 1914-1918 Authors: Donald Fosten, Robert Marrion. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton Cardwell's legislation was aimed at curing these faults and served as the foundation of a new-style army. His successors put into practice further improvements in tactics, training and command structure and by the outbreak of war in 1914, the British Army had developed into one of the best professional fighting forces in Europe. Command Structure, Composition, Orders of Battle, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 082 Katcher: The US Army 1890-1920. 9780850451764

US Army 1890-1920, reprint 1978 edition Author: Philip Katcher, Illustrator: Chris Warner This book examines the uniforms, equipment, history and organisation of the US Army from 1890 to 1920. The Spanish-American War, China, Mexico and World War I are all covered, and uniforms are shown in full illustrated detail.

Men-at-Arms 085 Wise: Saxon, Viking and Norman. 9780850453010

Saxon, Viking and Norman This fascinating book by Terence Wise explores the history, organisation, clothing, equipment and weapons of Saxon, Viking and Norman peoples, covering wide-ranging topics such as Anglo-Saxon shields, Viking raiding ships and the organisation of Norman armies. The absorbing and readable text is enriched by numerous illustrations and museum photographs with commentaries, plus eight superbly drawn full page colour plates by renowned military artist Gerry Embleton. The Saxons, The Vikings, The Normans

Men-at-Arms 086 Turnbull: Samurai Armies 1550-1615. 9780850453027

Samurai Armies 1550-1615 Author: Stephen Turnbull. Illustrator: Richard Hook In 1543 three Portuguese merchants entered a turbulent Japan, bringing with them the first firearms the Japanese had ever seen: simple matchlock muskets called arquebuses. They proved a decisive addition to the Japanese armoury, as for centuries the samurai had fought only with bow, sword and spear. In 1575 Oda Nobunaga arranged his arquebusiers in ranks three deep behind a palisade and proceeded, quite literally, to blow his opponent’s cavalry to pieces, marking the beginning of a new era in Japanese military history.

Men-at-Arms 091 Bengal Cavalry Regiments 1857-1914. 9780850453089

Bengal Cavalry Regiments 1857-1914 Author: Ronald Harris. Illustrator: Chris Warner This book provides an overview of the component cavalry regiments in the years between the Great Mutiny of 1857 and the outbreak of World War I. Numerous contemporary photographs and eight colour plates offer a rare glimpse into the distinctive uniforms of the cavalry

Men-at-Arms 093trade edition: Simkins: Legions of the North. 9781841761299

Legions of the North (same book as "Roman Army from Hadrian to Constantine") by Michael Simkins This engaging work from author Michael Simkins explores in depth the organisation, equipment, weapons and armour of the Roman Army from Hadrian to Constantine, one of the most exciting periods in Roman history.

Men-at-Arms 094 Miller: The Swiss at War 1300-1500. 9780850453348

Swiss at War 1300-1500 Author: Douglas Miller. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton During the 14th and 15th centuries military tactics in Europe underwent a period of sustained transformation of which the outcome was the rejuvenation of the footsoldier as the major tactical unit. One nation alone stands principally responsible for this development – the Swiss Confederation. For centuries the mounted knights had 'ridden roughshod over the populations of Europe'. Organization, Tactics and Campaigns, The Burgundian Wars

Men-at-Arms 095 Bodin: The Boxer Rebellion. 9780850453355

Boxer Rebellion Author: Lynn Bodin. Illustrator: Chris Warner For more than a year military and naval personnel from Austria-Hungary, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, Russia and the United States fought together against a common enemy. That enemy was a society whose goal was the extermination of all 'foreign devils' in China – the I Ho Ch'uan, or Righteous Harmonious Fists, better known to the West as the Boxers. The Seige at Pekin, Seymour's Expedition, Taku and Tientsin, The Relief of Peking, After Peking, Chronology, The Armies

Men-at-Arms 096 Wise: Artillery Equipments of the Napoleonic Wars. 9780850453362

Artillery Equipments of the Napoleonic Wars Author: Terence Wise. Illustrator: Richard Hook This books shows how at the beginning of the Seven Years' War, Austria seized the lead by introducing new light field pieces and some excellent light howitzers. Other powers adopted this new system which was to revolutionise the artillery of Europe and make possible the highly efficient field artillery of the Napoleonic Wars. The Equipments, The Teams, The Ammunition, The Method of Firing, Performance, Organization

Men-at-Arms 100 Cassin: Women at War 1939-1945. 9780850453492

Women at War 1939-1945, special reprint, limited edition Author: Jack Cassin-Scott. Illustrator: Angus McBride Illustrated with a wide variety of photos and eight full colour plates, the uniforms and equipment of the women of Great Britain, the USA, Germany and Russia that participated in this global conflict, are looked at in detail.

Men-at-Arms 101 Wise: The Conquistadores. 9780850453577

Conquistadores Terence Wise. Illustrator: Angus McBride This title documents both the Conquistadores themselves, and their formidable enemies in the New World - the Aztecs, Incas and Maya. Los Conquistadores, The Aztecs, The Incas, The Maya

Men-at-Arms 102 McLaughlin: The Wild Geese: The Irish Brigades of France and Spain. 9780850453584

Wild Geese: The Irish Brigades of France and Spain. Men-at-Arms 102 Author: Mark McLaughlin. Illustrator: Chris Warner This book examines the uniforms, equipment, history and organisation of the Wild Geese, from the late 1600s through to the Napoleonic Wars. Uniforms are shown in full colour artwork

Men-at-Arms 103 Scurr: Germany's Spanish Volunteers 1941-1945. 9780850453591

Germany's Spanish Volunteers 1941-1945 Author: John Scurr. Illustrator: Richard Hook John Scurr's book provides an absorbing account of the organisation, campaigns and uniforms of Germany's Spanish volunteers who fought from 1941-45. The Blue Division, 1941: The Blooding at Possad, 1942: Lake Ilmen and the Volkhov Pocket, 1942-43: Poselok and Krasny Bor, Repatriation, The Blue Squadron and the Blue Legion

Men-at-Arms 104 Katcher: Armies of the Vietnam War 1: 1961-1975. 9780850453607

Armies of the Vietnam War 1: 1961-1975 Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Mike Chappell The uniforms and insignia of the US forces, including the army, Special Forces, air force, navy and marine corps, are dealt with in detail, together with those of the ARVN, the Allied Forces (such as the Royal Thai Army and Korean troops), and also the Communist NLF (Viet Cong) and NVA forces. Historical Background, Uniforms The U.S. Army, The Special Forces, The U.S. Air Force, The U.S. Navy, The U.S. Marine Corps, South Vietnamese Forces, Allied Forces, Communist Forces

Men-at-Arms 105 Turnbull: The Mongols. 9780850453720

Mongols Author: Stephen Turnbull. Illustrator: Angus McBride The history of the Mongol armies is a catalogue of superlatives. No armies in history have ever won so many battles or conquered so much territory. The stories of these and many other amazing feats of this 'barbarian' people are here brought vividly to life by Stephen Turnbull, from the birth of Genghis Kahn in the wind-swept steppes of Mongolia, through the conquest of China and beyond. The Rise of the Mongols, The Mongol Warrior, Mongol Armies, Mongol Warfare, Mongol Sieges, The Mongols in Russia and Europe

Men-at-Arms 109 Wise: Ancient Armies of the Middle East

Ancient Armies of the Middle East. Men-at-Arms 109 Author: Terence Wise. Illustrator: Angus McBride Some of the fascinating peoples who comprised the ancient armies of the Middle East: the Sumerians, they were centuries ahead of the Egyptians in the use of the wheel. The Akkadians. The Babylonians,  the horned warriors of the Elamites, the Egyptians, the tribal and warlike Libyans – Nubians and Ethiopians – Hyksos – the armies of the Hittite Empire – the Sea People and others. Chronology, The Peoples

Men-at-Arms 110 Asquith: New Model Army 1645-1660. 9780850453850

New Model Army 1645-1660 Stuart Asquith. Illustrator: Chris Warner The Restoration of 1660 is often quoted as the birth date of our modern British Army. 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. Uniforms and Equipment, Army Life, Campaigns

Men-at-Arms 111 Rothero: The Armies of Crécy and Poitiers. 9780850453935

Armies of Crécy and Poitiers Christopher Rothero A combination of dynastic disputes, feudal quibbles, trade disagreements and historical antagonism resulted in the opening of the Hundred Years War in 1337. The battle established the longbow as one of the most feared weapons of the medieval period. The Hundred Years War, Crécy, Poitiers, The Chain of Command, The Cavalry, Cavalry Armour, Infantry, Mercenaries, Supply, An Analysis of Crécy and Poitiers

Men-at-Arms 112 Jewell: British Battledress 1937-1961. 9780850453874

British Battledress 1937-1961 Brian Jewell, tells the story of the humble British battledress from 1937-61 in this engaging and readable text which is accompanied by numerous photographs and eight full page colour plates by Mike Chappell. The Arrival of Battledress, Evolution in Design, Materials and Sizes, Departures from Basic, Applied Insignia

Men-at-Arms 116 Shortt: The Special Air Service. 9780850453966

Special Air Service Author: James Shortt. Illustrator: Angus McBride James Shortt investigates the organisation, tactics, equipment and remarkable history of Britains elite fighting force.

Men-at-Arms 117 Zaloga: The Polish Army 1939-1945. 9780850454178

Polish Army 1939-1945 Author: Steven J Zaloga. Illustrator: Richard Hook This richly detailed text by Steven Zaloga relates the story of the Polish Army during the Second World War, from the first wave of Stukas in 1939 to its eventual conclusion. The September 1939 Campaign, The Polish Army in Exile, The Underground Army, The Polish People's Army (LWP), Hope in Ashes

Men-at-Arms 118 Barthorp: The Jacobite Rebellions 1689-1745. 9780850454321

Jacobite Rebellions 1689-1745 Author: Michael Barthorp. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton Michael Barthorp details the events of the Jacobite rebellions, and the organisation and uniforms of the forces of both sides. Chronology of the Jacobite Rebellions, The Jacobite Forces, The Government Forces, Uniforms

Men-at-Arms 120 Kemp: Allied Commanders of World War II. 9780850454208

Allied Commanders of World War II. Author: Anthony Kemp. Illustrator: Angus McBride 1990; 48 pages. This book provides a brief review of the careers of some of the most notable figures to achieve high command in the Allied forces, a list that includes General of the Army Omar Bradley, Field Marshal Sir Bernard Montgomery, General George Patton and General of the Army Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Men-at-Arms 121 Wise: Armies of the Carthaginian Wars 265-146 BC. 9780850454307

Armies of the Carthaginian  Wars 265-146 BC. Men-at-Arms 121 Terence Wise. Many illustrations, including 8 colour plates by Richard Hook The wars included such legendary events as the crossing of the Alps by Hannibal, and the Battle of Cannae. Terence Wise's fine text details the armies of both sides of the wars, including the many different allied troops employed by the Carthaginians; Numidians, Celts, Spanish and others who helped make the army one of the most colourful and cosmopolitan of its day

Men-at-Arms 123 Laffin: The Australian Army at War 1899-1975. 9780850454185

Australian Army at War 1899-1975 This absorbing text by John Laffin examines the history, uniforms and organisation of these colourful and courageous troops, from the Diggers of the First World War to their role in Vietnam. The Seeds of Legend, South Africa 1899-1902, Pre-1914 Training, The Diggers 1914-18, Korea, Malaya, Borneo and Vietnam

Men-at-Arms 124 Kemp: German Commanders of World War II. 9780850454338

German Commanders of World War II This fascinating study by Anthony Kemp outlines the careers and characters of a number of senior German commanders. With a variety of photographs, eight full-page colour plates by Angus McBride, accompanied by ten pages of commentaries, this is a first-class book. The German Armed Forces,The Commanders

Men-at-Arms 131 Abbott: Germany's Eastern Front Allies 1: 1941-1945. 9780850454758

Germany's Eastern Front Allies 1: 1941-1945 Author: Peter Abbott. Illustrator: Mike Chappell List of contents : Finland, Rumania, Slovakia, Other Allies, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 134 English: Battle for the Falklands 2: Naval Forces 9780850454925

Battle for the Falklands 2: Naval Forces Authors: Adrian English, Anthony Watts In this companion to Men-at-Arms 133 & 135 Adrian English and Anthony Watts examine the naval forces of both sides who fought in the battle for the Falklands. The Invasion, The Opposing Forces, The Campaign

Men-at-Arms 135 Braybrook: Battle for the Falklands 3: Air Forces 9780850454932

Battle for the Falklands 3: Air Forces Author: Roy Braybrook. Illustrator: Michael Roffe List of contents: The Problems, The Preparations, The War in the Air, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 136 Nicolle: Italian Medieval Armies 1300-1500. 9780850454772

Italian Medieval Armies 1300-1500 Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton David Nicolle provides a fascinating exploration of the condottiere; his roles, arms and equipment. Medieval Mercenaries, The Great Captains, State Armies 'Good War'-'Bad War', Campaigns

Men-at-Arms 137 Cernenko: Scythians 700-300 BC. 9780850454789

Scythians 700-300 BC Author: E.V. Cernenko. Illustrator: Angus McBride This highly illustrated book details their costume, weapons and the way they waged war. Defensive Armour, Offensive Weapons, The Scythian Army, The Persian Invasion, Scythian Warcraft

Men-at-Arms 138 Chappell: British Cavalry Equipments 1800-1941. 9781841764719

British Cavalry Equipments 1800-1941. Revised edition, 2002 Author and Illustrator: Mike Chappell This revised edition represents nearly 20 years' new research. It covers the saddlery, horse furniture, and personal equipment of the British horsed cavalryman from the early stages of the Napoleonic Wars until the final disappearance of the mounted arm during World War II. Introduction, 1800 to 1815, 1815 to 1890, 1890 to 1914, 1914 to 1941, Glossary, Chronology, Commentary on the colour plates

Men-at-Arms 142 Thomas: Partisan Warfare 1941-1945. 9780850455137

Partisan Warfare 1941-1945 Authors: Nigel Thomas, Peter Abbott. Illustrator: Mike Chappell This book details the guerrilla war which was waged in the various regions and the uniforms and equipment of the combatants.

Men-at-Arms 143 Russell: Armies of the Vietnam War 2: 9780850455144

Armies of the Vietnam War 2: The book is packed with superbly detailed black and white photographs of the forces in the field, and Mike Chappell's excellent illustrations provide key reference material for the contemporary uniforms and battledress. US Army Uniforms and Insignia, US Marine Corps Combat Uniforms and Insignia, ARVN Uniforms and Insignia, NVA Uniforms and Insignia

Men-at-Arms 144 Michael: Armies of the Medieval Burgundy 1364-1477. 9780850455182

Armies of the Medieval Burgundy 1364-1477 Author: Nicholas Michael. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton King John the Good of France was captured by the English at the battle of Poitiers in 1356; his 14-year-old son Philip fought valiantly by his side until the bitter end, and as soon as he was in a position to do so, King John rewarded his son's courage and devotion by designating him Duke of Burgundy, a title that by chance had just become extinct.

Men-at-Arms 145: Wise: Wars of the Roses. 9780850455205

Wars of the Roses. Men-at-Arms 145, with new cover, reprint 2004 Author: Terence Wise. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton Much myth and fantasy surrounds the events of the Wars of the Roses: a bloody and prolonged dynastic struggle between the houses of York and Lancaster. Terence Wise's fascinating text lays bare the real story, and examines the armies, liveries and badges of the conflict

Men-at-Arms 146 Haythornthwaite: Napoleon's Light Infantry. 9780850455212

Napoleon's Light Infantry Author: Philip Haythornthwaite. Illustrator: Bryan Fosten Philip Haythornwaite examines their uniforms in a volume including eight superb colour plates by Brian Fosten. Organisation, Light Infantry Tactics, Uniforms, Weapons and Equipment, Regiments of Light, Infantry

Men-at-Arms 147 Caballero Jurado: Foreign Volunteers of the Wehrmacht 1941-1945. 9780850455243

Foreign Volunteers of the Wehrmacht 1941-1945 Author: Carlos Caballero Jurado. Illustrator: Kevin Lyles This title examines the Wehrmacht’s foreign volunteers, taking a close look at their uniforms, organisation and distinctive insignia. Among those covered are the Legion Wallanie, LVF, Ostlegionen, Balkan volunteers, Hiwis, Kalmucks, Cossacks, Baltic, Russian and Ukranian volunteers. Western European Volunteers, Balkan Volunteers, The Eastern Volunteers

Men-at-Arms 148 Sekunda: The Army of Alexander the Great. 9780850455397

Army of Alexander the Great Author: Nicholas Sekunda. Illustrator: Angus McBride Philip had to expand the power of the throne or be swallowed up: the creation of a powerful army was imperative. When his son, Alexander, inherited his kingdom at the age of 20, he also inherited an army which was truly unrivalled. The Macedonians were veterans of battle, well equipped and eager for conquest.

Men-at-Arms 150 Nicolle: The Age of Charlemagne. 9780850450422

Age of Charlemagne Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Angus McBride This absorbing text by David Nicolle explores the organisation and history of the Carolingian Empire during the age of one of history's most romanticised and heroic figures - Charlemagne. The Carolingian Army, The Failure of the Carolingian System 850-950 AD, The Revival of Europe 950-1000 AD, Arms, Armour and Fortification 950-1000 AD

Men-at-Arms 151 Rothero: The Scottish and Welsh Wars 1250-1400. 9780850455427

Scottish and Welsh Wars 1250-1400 Author and illustrator: Christopher Rothero The Welsh Wars 1277-1282, The First Scottish War of Independence, The Second War of Independence, Owen Glendower, Arms and Amour, 1250-1400, Tactics, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 154 Nicolle: Arthur and the Anglo-Saxon Wars. 9780850455489

Arthur and the Anglo-Saxon Wars Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Angus McBride The Arthurian Age – the Celtic Twilight – the Dark Ages – the Birth of England: these are the powerfully romantic names often given to one of the most confused yet vital periods in British history. The Arthurian Age, Saxon and Celt, Britian and the Vikings

Men-at-Arms 155 Wise: The Knights of Christ. 9780850456042

Knights of Christ Author: Terence Wise. Illustrator: Richard Scollins The Church Militant, Military Orders in the Holy Land, The German Orders, Spanish Military orders, The Italians Orders

Men-at-Arms 156 The Royal Marines 1956–84. Paperback 9780850455687

Royal Marines 1956–84. Paperback. Men-at-Arms 156 Author: Will Fowler. Illustrator: Paul Hannon 1984; 48 pages. This book examines the Royal Marines' service and training from the Suez Crisis of 1956, through to their involvement in Northern Ireland and the Falklands in the 1980s. Numerous illustrations, including photographs and colour plates, detail the uniforms and equipment of the Marines.

Men-at-Arms 157 Dunstan: Flak Jackets. 20th-century military body armour. 9780850455694

Flak Jackets. 20th-century military body armour Text by Simon Dunstan. Colour Plates by Ron Volstad. This book examines the development of body armour in the 20th Century. Beginning in World War I, with the introduction of the steel helmet the author charts the development of protective equipment for soldiers and security forces. The Great War, The Second World War, The Korean War, The Vietnam War, Modern Body Armour

Men-at-Arms 158 Wilcox: Rome's Enemies 2: Gallic and British Celts 9780850456066

Rome's Enemies 2: Gallic and British Celts Author: Peter Wilcox. Illustrator: Angus McBride In 390 BC a Gallic army marched on Rome. A confident Roman army of about 15,000 men sent to bar the way was destroyed. Three days after the battle the Gauls entered Rome, much of which they burnt, and demanded a huge bounty of gold to leave the city.

Men-at-Arms 159 Russell: Grenada 1983. 9780850455830

Grenada 1983 Author: Lee E Russell. Illustrator: Paul Hannon This book provides a day-by-day account of the US invasion of Grenada, focusing on the units and forces deployed. Numerous contemporary photographs and colour plates detail the uniforms and equipment of the US, Cuban and Caribbean forces

Men-at-Arms 161 Scurr: The Spanish Foreign Legion. 9780850455717

Spanish Foreign Legion. Men-at-Arms 161 Author: John Scurr. Illustrator: Bryan Fosten This book examines the main campaigns in which the Legion participated, from Melilla in 1921-23 until its withdrawal from the Sahara in 1976. A wealth of contemporary photographs and colour plates detail the uniforms and insignia of the Spanish Foreign Legion

Men-at-Arms 165 Katz: Armies in Lebanon 1982-84. 9780850456028

Armies in Lebanon 1982-84. Authors: Sam Katz, Lee E Russell. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad In the end, it was not a Lebanese issue that destroyed it, but the problem of the Palestinians.

Men-at-Arms 166 Gravett: German Medieval Armies 1300-1500. 9780850456141

German Medieval Armies 1300-1500 Author: Christopher Gravett. Illustrator: Angus McBride In the later 15th century, three houses rose above the others; the families of Wittelsbach, Luxemburg and the powerful Austrian Hapsburgs. The struggles of these and other houses, and of the knights and towns, were to be a feature of German history throughout the Middle Ages. This title details the dress, weapons, heraldry and insignia of these prolific forces. Organisation, Campaigns

Men-at-Arms 169 Jurado: Resistance Warfare 1940–45. 9780850456387

Resistance Warfare 1940–45. Men-at-Arms 169 Author: Carlos Caballero Jurado. Illustrator: Paul Hannon The war against Germany became a civil war within each country. Sought out by the Hohere SS und Polizeiführer ('High Command of the SS and Police') and often aided by the British Special Operations Executive, the Western European Resistance centred largely on espionage and intelligence-gathering. This book explores the history of resistance warfare in Norway, Denmark, Holland, Belgium, France and Italy.

Men-at-Arms 170 Katcher: American Civil War Armies 1: Confederate Troops. 9780850456790

American Civil War Armies 1: Confederate Troops Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad In this first of five volumes examining American Civil War armies, Philip Katcher profiles the uniforms issued by the national Confederate government to its artillery, cavalry and infantry troops. Headgear, Coats, Other Uniform Items, Zouave and Chasseur Uniforms, Accoutrements, Weapons

Men-at-Arms 174trade edition: Thomas: The Korean War 1950-1953. Trade 9781841761206

Korean War 1950-1953. Trade edition Nigel Thomas and Peter Abbott explore the history of this conflict, which pitted UN forces against the People's Republic of China in a resulting in hundreds of thousands of casualties. The Course of the War, North Korea, South Korea, United States of America, British Commonwealth, Other United Nations Contingents, People's Republic of China

Men-at-Arms 175 Wilcox: Rome's Enemies 3: Parthians and Sassanid Persians. 9780850456882

Rome's Enemies 3: Parthians & Sassanid Persians Author: Peter Wilcox. Illustrator: Angus McBride In the third of four volumes covering Rome's enemies, this fascinating text by Peter Wilcox examines the armies and campaigns of the Parthians and Sassanid Persians

Men-at-Arms 177 Katcher: American Civil War Armies 2: Union Troops. 9780850456905

American Civil War Armies 2: Union Troops This detailed work by Philip Katcher is a comprehensive guide to the uniforms, accoutrements, insignia and weapons of the Union Troops who fought the American Civil War, with a wealth of illustrations, including contemporary photographs and eight full page colour plates by Ron Volstad. Headgear, Coats, Other Uniform Items, Zouave and Chasseur Uniforms, Accoutrements, Weapons

Men-at-Arms 179 Katcher: American Civil War Armies 3: Specialist Troops. 9780850457223

American Civil War Armies 3: Specialist Troops Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad Philip Katcher examines the organisation and uniforms of the specialist troops who served in the armies of both sides. The US Army, The US Navy, The US Marine Corps, The Confederate Army, The Confederate Navy, The Confederate States Marine Corps

Men-at-Arms 180 Trevino Martinez: Rome's Enemies 4: Spain 218-19 BC. 9780850457018

Rome's Enemies 4: Spain 218-19 BC Author: Rafael Treviño Martinez. Illustrator: Angus McBride This volume explores the organisation, tactics, history, arms and armour of Rome's Spanish enemies. The Peoples of Protohistoric Spain, Warfare in Ancient Spain, Chronology, Impact of the Hispanic Wars on Rome, The Campaigns of Viriatus, The Numantine Wars, Armour and Weapons, Hispanic Cavalry, Balearic Slingers

Men-at-Arms 182 Chappell: British Battle Insignia 1: 1914-1918. 9780850457278

British Battle Insignia 1: 1914-1918 Author: Mike Chappell. Illustrator: Mike Chappell In this beautifully illustrated book Mike Chappell looks at the colourful variety of insignia used by the British Army during the Great War.

Men-at-Arms 183 Abbott: Modern African Wars (1) Rhodesia 1965–80. 9780850457285

Modern African Wars (1) Rhodesia 1965–80. Men-at-Arms 183 Authors: Peter Abbott, Philip Botham. Illustrator: Mike Chappell 1986; 48 pages. This book examines the successes and failures of the counter-insurgency campaign of Smith’s security forces and the eventual bloody birth of a modern African nation.

Men-at-Arms 187 Chappell: British Battle Insignia 2: 1939-1945. 9780850457391

British Battle Insignia 2: 1939-1945 Author: Mike Chappell. Illustrator: Mike Chappell The rules for the wearing of battle insignia throughout the British Army were established. How far they were obeyed and how often they were ignored will become obvious to anyone reading Mike Chappell's splendid companion work to Men-At-Arms 182. British Battle Insignia 1939-45, British Army Divisions 1939-45, British Army Uniforms 1939-45

Men-at-Arms 188 Brzezinski: Polish Armies 2: 1569-1696. 9780850457445

Polish Armies 2: 1569-1696 Author: Richard Brzezinski. Illustrator: Angus McBride Richard Brzezinski's companion volume to Men-at-Arms 184 completes his fascinating examination of Polish armies from 1569-1696. The Foreign Autorament, The Royal Guard, Private Armies, Town and City Forces, Tatars, The Zaporozhian Cossacks, Warfare in Poland

Men-at-Arms 190 Katcher: American Civil War Armies 4: State Troops. 9780850457476

American Civil War Armies 4: State Troops Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad 48 pages, with many illustrations. The War between the States' is the term used for the American Civil War throughout much of the South even today. Philip Katcher's fascinating text explores the uniforms of 32 states; from Alabama to Wisconsin

Men-at-Arms 194 Katz: Arab Armies of the Middle East Wars (2). 9780850458008

Arab Armies of the Middle East Wars (2) Men-at-Arms 194 Author: Sam Katz. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad Paperback; March 1988; 48 pages. This book examines the post-1973 development of the armies of Egypt, Jordan and Syria, as well as the Palestinian guerrilla and terrorist groups. Backed by photographs and colour illustrations, this book also details the special military and political roles of the armies' elite units.

Men-at-Arms 196 Barthorp: The British Army on Campaign 2: The Crimea 1854-1856. 9780850458275

British Army on Campaign 2: The Crimea 1854-1856 Author: Michael Barthorp. Illustrator: Pierre Turner Despite many failures in the conduct of operations and administration, the war was won in two years and Russian designs on the Balkans and Levant were thwarted for two decades. The Crimean War, Fighting Methods, Uniforms, Equipment, Weapons

Men-at-Arms 197 Ross The Royal Canadian Mounted Police 1873-1987. 9780850458343

Royal Canadian Mounted Police 1873-1987 Author: David Ross. Illustrator: Richard Hook This book outlines the origins and evolution of the RCMP, detailing its formation, tasks, uniforms and insignia.

Men-at-Arms 200 Nicolle: El Cid and the Reconquista 1050-1492. 9780850458404

El Cid and the Reconquista 1050-1492 by David Nicolle PhD The story of the Christian conquest of the Iberian peninsula which gave rise to the legend of El Cid, is here examined by David Nicolle, who outlines the history, tactics, arms and armour of the period.

Men-at-Arms 201 Barthorp: The British Army on Campaign 4: 1882-1902. 9780850458497

British Army on Campaign 4: 1882-1902 Author: Michael Barthorp. Illustrator: Pierre Turner This volume in the acclaimed British Army on Campaign mini-series details the uniforms, organisation and equipment used in a succession of campaigns across the face of the globe. Michael Barthorp's splendid text is accompanied by numerous illustrations including eight colour plates by Pierre Turner.

Men-at-Arms 202 Abbott: Modern African Wars (2) Angola and Mozambique 1961–74. 9780850458435

Modern African Wars (2) Angola and Mozambique 1961–74. Men-at-Arms 202 Author: Peter Abbott. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad 1988; 48 pages. This book details each of these liberation movements, focusing on the equipment, uniforms and organization of the Portuguese forces

Men-at-Arms 205 Rottman: US Army Combat Equipments 1910-1988. 9780850458428

US Army Combat Equipments 1910-1988 With the aid of plenty of contemporary photographs, diagrams, and eight full page colour plates by Osprey veteran Ron Volstad, Gordon Rottman's text unearths a wealth of information on the changing nature of US combat equipments from 1910-1988.

Men-at-Arms 207 Katcher: American Civil War Armies 5: Volunteer Militia. 9780850458534

American Civil War Armies 5: Volunteer Militia Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad With the help of numerous photographs and illustrations, including eight full page colour plates by Ron Volstad, Philip Katcher does a fine job of detailing the uniforms of the volunteer militia of the American Civil War.

Men-at-Arms 208 Nicolle: Lawrence and the Arab Revolts. 9780850458886

Lawrence and the Arab Revolts by David Nicolle, eight full page colour plates by Richard Hook The Great War of 1914-18 is often seen as one major battleground - the Western Front - with numerous 'side-shows'. The other battle zones were not side-shows to those involved, however, although the local inhabitants often fought for motives which remained a closed book to their European allies or foes.

Men-at-Arms 209 Chappell: The War in Cambodia 1970-75. 9780850458510

War in Cambodia 1970-75 Authors: Kenneth Conboy, Ken Bowra. Illustrator: Mike Chappell This book examines the uniforms, equipment, history and organisation of the troops that fought in Cambodia in the 1970s. US and Cambodian forces are all covered, including Special Operations, and the course of the war is summarised. The Course of the War, U.S. Military Assistance, The Cambodian Armed Forces, Special Operations, Uniforms and Equipment, The Communist Forces

Men-at-Arms 210 Nicolle: The Venetian Empire 1200-1670. 9780850458992

Venetian Empire 1200-1670 Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Christopher Rothero This book explores the remarkable history of the city and its army from 1200 up until 1670. A State Apart, The Age of Expansion 1203-1509, Venice on the Defensive, Arms and Armour, The Plates

Men-at-Arms 211 Chartrand: Napoleon's Overseas Army. 9780850459005

Napoleon's Overseas Army Author: René Chartrand. Illustrator: Francis Back René Chartrand examines the history and uniform of Napoleon's overseas army, covering such topics as the profound repercussions of the Revolution in Saint-Domingue and the rise of Toussaint L'Ouverture. French Colonial Troops in 1789, Turmoil and War, Saint-Domingue, The Americas and Africa, India and the East Indies, The Dutch Colonies

Men-at-Arms 214 Katcher: U.S. Infantry Equipments 1775-1910. 9780850459364

US Infantry Equipments 1775-1910 Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Bryan Fosten Packed with photographs and illustrations, this book explores the history of US Infantry equipments from 1775 to 1910, covering everything from blankets to bayonets. Blankets, Ponchos, Shelter Halves, Canteens and Water Bottles, Cartridge Boxes, Knapsacks, Waist Belts & Bayonet Scabbards, Rifle Equipment, Officers' Equipment, Experimental Systems

Men-at-Arms 217 Conboy: The War in Laos 1960-1975. 9780850459388

War in Laos 1960-1975 by Kenneth Conboy In 1949 a splinter fraction made its way into northern Vietnam and contacted the anti-French Viet Minh forces. Commonly as the Pathet Lao, and trained and equipped by the Viet Minh, these forces would eventually plunge Laos into another bloody war. List of contents: The Course of the War, Laotian Government Forces, Government Allied Forces, Communist Forces

Men-at-Arms 218 Peers: Ancient Chinese Armies 1500-200 BC. 9780850459425

Ancient Chinese Armies 1500-200 BC Author: CJ Peers. Illustrator: Angus McBride This fascinating volume by C. J. Peers covers the period of China's history from the first documented civilisation to the establishment of an enduring unified empire, examining the history, organisation, uniform and weapons of ancient Chinese armies

Men-at-Arms 220 Littlejohn: The SA 1921-1945: Hitler's Stormtroopers. 9780850459449

SA 1921-1945: Hitler's Stormtroopers Author: David Littlejohn. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad All political parties had strong-arm squads to protect their meetings from disruption by rivals, and the NSDAP was no exception. In August 1921 ex-naval Lieutenant Hans Ulrich Klintzsch took command of the NSDAP's 'Defence and Propaganda Troop' which, the following month, was renamed the SA (Sturmabteilung = Storm Detachment).

Men-at-Arms 221 Caballero Jurado: Central American Wars 1959-1989. 9780850459456

Central American Wars 1959-1989 Caballero Jurado Since Fidel Castro's victory in Cuba in January 1959 the United States had been concerned that any change of government in a Central American country should not usher in a similar Soviet-backed communist regime, Carlos Caballero Jurado's engaging text examines the Central American Wars from 1959-89.

Men-at-Arms 222 Nicolle: The Age of Tamerlane. 9780850459494

Age of Tamerlane. Men-at-Arms 222 Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Angus McBride Tamerlane or Timur-i-Lenk ('Timur the Lame') is one of the most extraordinary conquerors in history. In the late 14th century his armies seized huge territories from the borders of Mongolia to Palestine and Anatolia.

Men-at-Arms 224 Knight: Queen Victoria's Enemies (4): Asia, Australasia and the Americas. Cover 2001 reprint 9780850459517

Queen Victoria's Enemies (4): Asia, Australasia and the Americas by Ian Knight This fascinating volume by Ian Knight exposes the variety of the 'small wars' and of the qualities of the disparate peoples who took to the field to oppose the spread of the British Empire. List of contents: China, Bhutan and Tibet, Burma, The East Indies, New Zealand, Australia, The Americas

Men-at-Arms 225 Cormack: The Royal Air Force 1939-1945. 9780850459661

Royal Air Force 1939-1945 by Andrew Cormack In this fine addition to the Osprey series, Andrew Cormack explores the fascinating history of the uniforms of the RAF throughout the Second World War, in a text accompanied by numerous contemporary photographs and eight full page colour plates by Ron Volstad.

Men-at-Arms 229 Ruffner: Luftwaffe Field Divisions 1941-1945. 9781855321007

Luftwaffe Field Divisions 1941-1945 Author: Kevin Conley Ruffner. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad Hermann Göring raised the Luftwaffe Field Divisions [LwFD] during 1942, when Nazi Germany was still making spectacular gains but was first feeling the pinch of its losses on the Eastern Front. Kevin Conley Ruffner's engaging text tells the fascinating story of the LwFD. List of contents: Luftwaffe Ground Service in Russia, 1941-42, The Luftwaffe Field Regiments, The Luftwaffe Field Divisions, The Eastern Front 1942-43, The Army Takes Over, War in the West, The Mediterranean Theatre, The End in the East

Men-at-Arms 230 Katcher: The U.S. Army 1890-1920. 9781855321038

US Army 1890-1920 Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Jeffrey Burn 1990. In little more than a quarter-century the Army was transformed from a small blue-clad force which fought with single-shot rifles, colours flying, against disturbers of America's internal peace, into a mighty host of men dressed in dirt-coloured combat uniforms, using automatic weapons, tanks and aircraft against its country's enemies on fields across the world.

Men-at-Arms 230 Katcher: The U.S. Army 1890-1920. 9781855321038

US Army 1890-1920 Author: Philip Katcher. Illustrator: Jeffrey Burn Special reprint, 2000. In little more than a quarter-century the Army was transformed from a small blue-clad force which fought with single-shot rifles, colours flying, against disturbers of America's internal peace, into a mighty host of men dressed in dirt-coloured combat uniforms, using automatic weapons, tanks and aircraft against its country's enemies on fields across the world.

Men-at-Arms 231 Nicolle: French Medieval Armies 1000-1300. 9781855321274

French Medieval Armies 1000-1300 Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Angus McBride This title describes the organisation, history and tactics of French medieval armies. The Armies of Northern France, The Armies of Southern France, Strategy and Tactics

Men-at-Arms 232 Shann: The Armies of Bolivar and San Martin. 9781855321281

Armies of Bolivar and San Martin Author: Terry Hooker. Illustrator: Ron Poulter In this first of two volumes looking at the French Army of the Franco-Prussian War, Stephen Shann and Louis Delperier examine the history, organisation and weapons of the French Imperial troops. The Imperial Guard L'Armee D'Afrique, Troops of the Line, Artillery, Command, Staff and Logistics, Weapons, Orders of Battle

Men-at-Arms 233 Shann: French Army 1870-1871 Franco-Prussian War 1: Imperial Troops. 9781855321212

French Army 1870-1871 Franco-Prussian War 1: Imperial Troops. Men-at-Arms 233 Authors: Stephen Shann, Louis Delperier. Illustrator: Jeffrey Burn In this first of two volumes looking at the French Army of the Franco-Prussian War, Stephen Shann and Louis Delperier examine the history, organisation and weapons of the French Imperial troops. The Imperial Guard, L'Armee D'Afrique, Troops of the Line, Artillery, Command, Staff and Logistics, Weapons, Orders of Battle

Men-at-Arms 234 Rottman: German Combat Equipments 1939-1945. 9780850459524

German Combat Equipments 1939-1945 Author: Gordon L Rottman. Illustrator: Ronald Volstad This title investigates all manner of German combat equipments throughout World War II, from belt buckles to magazine pouches. List of contents: Development, Basic Equipment, Weapons-Related Equipment, Specialist Equipment

Men-at-Arms 237 Shann: French Army 1870-1871 Franco-Prussian War 2: Republican Troops. 9781855321359

French Army 1870-1871 Franco-Prussian War 2: Republican Troops Stephen Shann The Regular Army, Chronology, L'Armee D'Afrique, La Garde Nationale Mobile, La Garde Nationale, Naval Forces, The Francs-Tireurs, The High Command, Weapons, Standards

Men-at-Arms 238 Thomas: Foreign Volunteers of the Allied Forces 1939-1945. 9781855321366

Foreign Volunteers of the Allied Forces 1939-1945 Author: Nigel Thomas. Illustrator: Simon McCouaig Nigel Thomas investigates the foreign volunteers of the Western Allies in a fascinating text backed by contemporary photographs and eight full page colour plates by Simon McCouaig. Czechoslovakia, Poland, Norway, Denmark, Belgium, The Netherlands, France, Yugoslavia, Greece

Men-at-Arms 241 Thomas: The Russian Army of the Crimean War 1854-1856. 9781855321618