| Edition |
First American edition. |
| Description |
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 28 cm. |
| Series |
Armies of the past |
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Armies of the past.
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| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
18th-century wars -- Recruiting -- Infantry -- Cavalry -- Artillery -- Special duties -- American revolution -- Forts and sieges -- Tactics -- Life in camp -- Life in the navy -- After the battle -- Glossary -- Index. |
| Summary |
Surveys the armed forces and wars of the eighteenth century, including the American Revolution. This new series focuses on the fighting forces of different historical eras. With a unique global perspective, Armies of the Past combines a high-interest topic with solid historical analysis. Each book gives a brief background of the featured conflict, then delves into the day-to-day details of life at war: weapons and ammunition, new technology, and battle strategy. Vivid full-color illustrations and maps bring the text to life. |
| Subject |
Military history, Modern -- 18th century -- Juvenile literature.
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Military art and science -- History -- 18th century -- Juvenile literature.
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Naval art and science -- History -- 18th century -- Juvenile literature.
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Armed Forces -- History -- 18th century -- Juvenile literature.
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Military history, Modern -- History -- 18th century.
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Military art and science -- History -- 18th century.
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| Added Author |
Bergin, Mark, 1961-, illustrator.
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| Added Title |
Going to war in the eighteenth century |
| ISBN |
053114593X library binding : $24.00 |
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