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Men-at-Arms 300 Windrow: French Foreign Legion Since 1945. 9781855326217

French Foreign Legion Since 1945 Author: Martin Windrow. Illustrator: Mike Chappell This first class addition to the Men-at-Arms series not only contains the usual wealth of accompanying illustrations, including eight full page colour plates by Mike Chappell, but is extended by a further 16 pages

Men-at-Arms 299 Hollins: Austrian Auxiliary Troops 1792-1816. 9781855326200

Austrian Auxiliary Troops 1792-1816 Dave Hollins French émigrés, Belgian and Polish volunteers, German Jäger and Balkan refugees formed volunteer units in the 1790s, which were mostly regularised into Light Battalions (1798-1801)

Men-at-Arms 297 Konstam: Russian Army of the Seven Years War 1 9781855325852

Russian Army of the Seven Years War 1 by Angus Konstam During the long and costly conflict known as the Great Northern War [1700-1721], Peter the Great and his newly formed Russian army, which was modelled on western European lines, defeated their Swedish counterparts, who were generally regarded as being the finest troops in Europe.

Men-at-Arms 296 Chartrand: Louis XV's Army 1: Cavalry & Dragoons. 9781855326026

Louis XV's Army 1: Cavalry & Dragoons Author: René Chartrand. Illustrator: Eugene Leliepvre France had a population of between 22 and 25 million at this time, and maintained the largest standing army in Europe. In peacetime it might have amounted to about 200,000 men; in times of war, it could be anything up to half a million.

Men-at-Arms 295 Peers: Imperial Chinese Armies 2: 590-1260 AD. 9781855325999

Imperial Chinese Armies 2: 590-1260 AD Author: CJ Peers. Illustrator: Michael Perry 1996. By AD 589, when Yang Chien established himself at the head of a newly reformed Chinese empire, nearly four centuries had elapsed since the fall of the last great imperial dynasty: the Han. Although Yang's new Sui regime consciously modelled itself on its great predecessor, both China and the world outside had changed.

Men-at-Arms 294 Chartrand: British Forces in the West Indies 1793-1815. 9781855326002

British Forces in the West Indies 1793-1815 by René Chartrand This volume examines these forces, including a wealth of illustrations and photographs and eight full page colour plates by Paul Chappell

Men-at-Arms 292 Reid: King George's Army 1740-1793: 3. 9781855325654

King George's Army 1740-1793: 3 Author: Stuart Reid. Illustrator: Paul Chappell Cavalrymen accounted for a quarter of the King's officers, but by 1793 that proportion had dropped to only a sixth. The steady expansion of the infantry largely reflected the increased need to man imperial garrisons. In operations closer to home though, the perceived importance of the cavalry was undiminished. Stuart Reid investigates the organisation and uniforms of the cavalry and artillery of King George's army.

Men-at-Arms 291 Sekunda: Republican Roman Army. 9781855325982

Republican Roman Army by Nicholas Sekunda The principal source of information on the Roman Republican Army is the sixth book of the Histories of the Greek historian Polybius, written a little before 150BC. This engaging text by Nicholas Sekunda draws heavily on this vital source to outline the equipment and organisation of the Roman Republican Army from 200–104 BC – a time when Rome was growing from a regional to a world power.

Men-at-Arms 290 Zlatich: General Washington's Army: 2: 1779-1783. 9781855325906

General Washington's Army: 2: 1779-1783 Author: Marko Zlatich. Illustrator: Bill Younghusband For the early years of the American War of Independence, George Washington’s troops were clothed in a variety of uniforms from various sources. With the receipt in late 1778 of over 25,000 uniforms imported from France, much of the Continental army was uniformly clothed in blue or brown coats faced with red.

Men-at-Arms 289 Reid: King George's Army 1740-1793: 2. 9781855325647

King George's Army 1740-1793: 2 Stuart Reid This companion volume to Men-at-Arms 285 takes a further look at the infantry uniforms of the mid-18th century British Army, also covering the various auxiliary infantry formations, such as the Militia, Volunteers, Marines and the troops of the East India Company.

Men-at-Arms 287 Heath: Byzantine Armies 1118-1461 AD. 9781855323476

Byzantine Armies 1118-1461 Author: Ian Heath. Illustrator: Angus McBride The Byzantine Empire's disastrous defeat by the Seljuk Turks at Manzikert in 1071 effectively marked the end of what is often described as the 'middle' period of Byzantine history. Thereafter, surrounded on all sides by younger, more vigorous nations, the once all-powerful Empire slipped into a steady decline which, ultimately, was to prove terminal.

Men-at-Arms 286 Sumner: The French Army 1914-1918. 9781855325166

French Army 1914-1918 by Ian Sumner Initially the strongest of all the Allied armies, France's metropolitan and colonial units bore the greatest burden during the first two years of the Great War, and made a great contribution to the final victory. In common with most European countries, the pre-war French Army was based on a system of national military service providing conscripts who could be subject to recall as reservists for several years after.

Men-at-Arms 284 Peers: Imperial Chinese Armies 1: 200 BC - 589 AD. 9781855325142

Imperial Chinese Armies 1: 200 BC - 589 AD by Chris Peers and Michael Perry After AD 304 the five 'barbarian' tribes divided north China among themselves, setting up dynasties which were often Chinese only in name, and feuding constantly both with each other and with the native states, whose stronghold was now in the south. It was under this barbarian influence that the heavily-armoured cavalry which were to become the striking force of the great T'ang dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries first developed

Men-at-Arms 283 Sekunda: Early Roman Armies. 9781855325135

Early Roman Armies Authors: Nicholas Sekunda, Simon Northwood. Illustrator: Richard Hook The early Romans were only one of a number of peoples that inhabited Iron Age central Italy. From the 8th to the 3rd century BC, the Romans undertook territorial expansion, and conflict with neighbouring tribes and cultures resulted in open war, most notably with the Samnites. Alliances sprang were created too - but the rise of Rome was unstoppable.

Men-at-Arms 281 Langellier: US Dragoons 1833-1855. 9781855323896

US Dragoons 1833-1855 John P. Langellier On 15 June 1832, Congress authorised the raising of 600 mounted Rangers. They proved such a success that they eventually gave way to a more permanent organisation: the Dragoons. John Langellier details the fascinating campaign history of the US Dragoons 1833-55, complete with numerous illustrations including eight fine full page colour plates by Bill Younghusband.

Men-at-Arms 280 Haythornthwaite: The Austrian Army 1740-1780: 3: Specialist Troops. 9781855325272

Austrian Army 1740-1780: 3: Specialist Troops Author: Philip Haythornthwaite. Illustrator: Bill Younghusband In this last of three volumes [Men-at arms 271 & 276] the composition and uniforms of these and other specialist troops of the Austrian army 1740-80, including the artillery units, engineers, Grenz, Jägers and medical troops

Men-at-Arms 279 Durham: The Border Reivers. 9781855324176

Border Reivers Author: Keith Durham. Illustrator: Angus McBride From the 13th century until the early-17th century the Border Marches of England and Scotland were torn by a vicious and almost continuous cycle of raid, reprisal and blood feud. The Border Reiver was a professional cattle thief, a guerilla soldier skilled at raiding, tracking and ambush and a well organised ‘gangster’

Men-at-Arms 278 Davis: Flags of the Third Reich 3: Party and Police Units. 9781855324596

Flags of the Third Reich 3: Party and Police Units Brian Leigh Davis In this third of a series of texts [MAA 270 & MAA 274], Davis investigates the flags of the Third Reich party and police units, in a text complemented by numerous contemporary photographs, and eight full page colour plates by Malcolm McGregor.

Men-at-Arms 276 Haythornthwaite: The Austrian Army 1740-1780: 2: Infantry. 9781855324183

Austrian Army 1740-1780: 2: Infantry Author: Philip Haythornthwaite. Illustrator: Bill Younghusband This title, the second in a sequence of three, details the organisation, uniform and equipment of the cosmopolitan Austrian Army from 1740-80, focusing on infantry troops

Men-at-Arms 275 Heath: The Taiping Rebellion 1851-1866. 9781855323469

Taiping Rebellion 1851-1866 Author: Ian Heath. Illustrator: Michael Perry The Taiping movement began as the Pai Shang-ti Hui (the Society of God-Worshippers), founded in Kwangsi province in 1846 by Hung Hsiu-ch'uan. A sickly individual of questionable sanity. Hung had become subject to visions which interpreted as demonstrating that he was Jesus Christ's 'Divine Younger Brother', with God's mandate to govern China

Men-at-Arms 273 Zlatich: General Washington's Army 1: 1775-1778. 9781855323841

General Washington's Army 1: 1775-1778 Author: Marko Zlatich. Illustrator: Peter Copeland During the period 1775-78, General Washington commanded three separate armies. In this, the first of two studies by Zlatich (Men-at Arms 290 continues the treatment), the systems used by state and Continental authorities to procure clothing materials, the quantities they obtained and the specifications of the uniforms themselves are all examined in detail

Men-at-Arms 271 Haythornthwaite: The Austrian Army 1740-1780:1: Cavalry. 9781855324152

Austrian Army 1740-1780:1: Cavalry Philip Haythornthwaite This title, the first in a sequence of three, takes a close look at the organisation, uniforms and equipment of the cavalry of the Austrian Army during Maria Theresa's reign, covering cuirassiers, dragoons, hussars, and chevauxleger.

Men-at-Arms 270 Davis: Flags of the Third Reich 1: Wehrmacht. 9781855324466

Flags of the Third Reich 1: Wehrmacht Author: Brian L Davis. Illustrator: Malcolm McGregor 1994. Packed with plenty of contemporary photographs, and eight full page colour plates by Malcolm McGregor, Brian L. Davis's text examines the flags of the Wehrmacht, in this first of three volumes concerning flags of the Third Reich.

Men-at-Arms 270 Davis: Flags of the Third Reich 1: Wehrmacht

Flags of the Third Reich 1: Wehrmacht Author: Brian L Davis. Illustrator: Malcolm McGregor 1994. 3rd impression, 2003. Packed with plenty of contemporary photographs, and eight full page colour plates by Malcolm McGregor, Brian L. Davis's text examines the flags of the Wehrmacht, in this first of three volumes concerning flags of the Third Reich.

Men-at-Arms 269 Nicolle: The Ottoman Army 1914-1918. 9781855324121

Ottoman Army 1914-1918 Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Raffaele Ruggeri This title takes a close look at the organisation, uniforms and equipment of the Ottoman Army during this period, and dispels the numerous myths that have enshrouded the examinations of its forces at this time. Navy, Air, auxiliary and allied forces are also covered.

Men-at-Arms 267 Tincey: The British Army 1660-1704. 9781855323810

British Army 1660-1704 Author: John Tincey. Illustrator: Gerry Embleton John Tincey's fine text examines the British Army during this eventful, if often overlooked, period.

Men-at-Arms 265 Katcher: Flags of the American Civil War 3: State & Volunteer. 9781855323179

Flags of the American Civil War 3: State & Volunteer Philip Katcher Most Civil War soldiers fought under a state designation and often felt that they were representing their state as much as their country. So it was only natural that many carried state flags, or national flags with state seals and mottos, as their regimental colours. Complemented by many photographs and illustrations

Men-at-Arms 258 Katcher: Flags of the American Civil War 2: Union. 9781855322554

Flags of the American Civil War 2: Union Author: Philip Katcher Complemented by numerous illustrations, including eight full page colour plates by Rick Scollins, this book by Philip Katcher provides a fascinating examination of the Union flags of the American Civil War.

Men-at-Arms 258 Katcher: Flags of the American Civil War 2: Union. 9781855322554

Flags of the American Civil War 2: Union Author: Philip Katcher Complemented by numerous illustrations, including eight full page colour plates by Rick Scollins, this book by Philip Katcher provides a fascinating examination of the Union flags of the American Civil War.

Men-at-Arms 257 Napoleon's Campaigns in Italy. 9781855322813

Napoleon's Campaigns in Italy Philip Haythornthwaite It was inevitable that fighting would also take place on the Franco-Italian frontier, due to the presence there of France's enemies – most notably the Austro-Hungarians, whose emperor was a driving force behind the first coalition which sought to reverse the effects of the French Revolution. Philip Haythornthwaite examines Napoleon's campaigns in Italy, and the uniforms of his soldiers, in a volume containing numerous illustrations, including eight full page colour plates by Richard Hook

Men-at-Arms 256 Heath: The Irish Wars 1485-1603. 9781855322806

Irish Wars 1485-1603 Hetah This text by Ian Heath looks at the history, organisation and tactics of the armies of the Irish Wars 1485-1603, armies which included such troops as the fearsome Irish Galloglasses, who bore a deadly axe six feet long with a blade one foot broad!

Men-at-Arms 253 Reid: Wellington's Highlanders. 9781855322561

Wellington's Highlanders Author: Stuart Reid. Illustrator: Bryan Fosten Ultimately, regiments are judged by their behaviour in battle; and highlanders have always had a reputation as 'stormers', as exemplified by the impetuous charge of the Gordons at Waterloo, intermingled with the Scots greys. This reputation probably resulted at least in part from an unusually close bonding between officers and men, and an assumption that highlanders were natural soldiers, possessed of an impetuous spirit and temperamentally more inclined to use the bayonet.

Men-at-Arms 252 Katcher: Flags of the American Civil War 1: Confederate. 9781855322707

Flags of the American Civil War 1: Confederate Philip Katcher With plenty of illustrations, including eight full page colour plates by Rick Scollins, Philip Katcher does a fine job of exploring the Confederate flags of the American Civil War.

Men-at-Arms 251 Peers: Medieval Chinese Armies 1260-1520. 9781855322547

Medieval Chinese Armies 1260-1520 Author: CJ Peers. Illustrator: David Sque 1992, 1997. The period covered in this book by C. J. Peers begins with the accession in 1260 of Kubilai, grandson of Chinggis, as ruler of the Mongol Empire. The history, organisation and tactics of Chinese armies from 1260-1520 are discussed here, together with numerous illustrations and eight full page colour plates by David Sque.

Men-at-Arms 250 Bijl: Argentine Forces in he Falklands 9781855322271

Argentine Forces in the Falklands Author: Nick van der Bijl. Illustrator: Paul Hannon 1992. This fascinating book examines the history, organization and equipment of the Argentine forces that battled for control of this remote British outpost

Men-at-Arms 249 Ross: Canadian Campaigns 1860-1870. 9781855322264

Canadian Campaigns 1860-1870 Authors: David Ross, Grant Tyler. Illustrator: Richard Scollins 1992. Enhanced by full colour plates and rare photographs of Montreal photographer William Notman, this fine text examines the Canadian campaigns from 1860-70, while illustrating the uniforms of the Canadian Volunteer Militia, the British Army and staff officers.

Men-at-Arms 248 Haythornthwaite: Frederick the Great's Army 3: Specialist Troops. 9781855322257

Frederick the Great's Army 3: Specialist Troops Author: Philip Haythornthwaite. Illustrator: Bryan Fosten 1992. This fascinating volume by Philip Haythornwaite examines the artillery, engineers and others specialist troops of Frederick the Great's army.

Men-at-Arms 247 Nicolle: Romano-Byzantine Armies 4th-9th Centuries 9781855322240

Romano-Byzantine Armies 4th-9th Centuries Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Angus McBride Although the Byzantine Empire was a continuation of the Roman Empire and faced similar military problems, its solutions were very different. In North Africa, for example, Rome's large army concentrated on securing main roads and urban centres. Byzantium's smaller army built more fortifications and took a defensive stance. The most striking characteristic of later Byzantine military thinking was, however, the theme or provincial army system, which owed nothing to ancient Roman tradition.

Men-at-Arms 245 Westlake: British Territorial Units 1914-1918 9781855321687

British Territorial Units 1914-1918 Author: Ray Westlake. Illustrator: Mike Chappell This title takes a highly detailed and illustrated look at the badges and uniforms and the changing organisation of the British Territorial units during the Great War. It also covers the combat experiences of the men who soon found themselves in service overseas, in the thick of the fighting.

Men-at-Arms 243 Nicolle: Rome's Enemies 5: Desert Frontier. 9781855321663

Rome's Enemies 5: Desert Frontier Author: David Nicolle. Illustrator: Angus McBride Rome's desert frontier was one where the Empire faced few dangers, for here relations were generally based on a mutual interest in trade across the frontier. Yet when Rome did clash with desert peoples, particularly those of Syria and Arabia, the mobility, fighting skills and ability to withdraw into an arid wilderness often gave the Arabs, Berbers and Sudanese an extra edge. Desert Frontier, North Africa, Southern Arabia, Central Arabia, Syria, Mesopotamia

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

Russian Army of the Crimean War 1854-1856 Author: Robert Thomas. Many illustrations, including eight colour plates by Richard Scollins Although many Russian regiments of the Crimean War won much-deserved battle honours, the real heroes were the officers and men of the Black Sea Fleet, who for 349 days in improvised earthworks held a stronger and better-armed enemy at bay. Robert Thomas explores the tactics and organisation of the Russian army of the Crimean War, and some of the heroes that emerged.

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.