Austrian Army of the Napoleonic Wars (1): Infantry (Osprey Men-at Arms Series): No.1 - Softcover

Philip J. Haythornthwaite

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0850456894 ISBN 13: 9780850456899

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 1986

Synopsis

The most implacable of Napoleon's continental enemies, at the outbreak of war Austria maintained a vast army, but one rooted firmly in the 18th century. Hampered by the inherent conservatism of the hierarchy, the Austrians had to fight the most modern army in Europe. Despite this the regulars, who were drawn from many territories under Austrian sway, performed with great discipline, resolution and stoicism. This title examines in detail the organisation, uniforms, deployment and development of the Austrian infantry during the Napoleonic Wars, covering Line infantry, Light infantry, Grenz-Infanterie, Landwehr militia, and Frei-Corps units.

About this title

About the Author:

Philip Haythornthwaite is an author and historical consultant specialising in the military history, uniforms and equipment of the 18th and 19th centuries. His main area of research covers the Napoleonic Wars. He has written some forty books, including more than 20 Osprey titles, and innumerable articles and papers on military history, but still finds time to indulge in his other great passion - cricket. Bryan Fosten was born in 1928, the son of a Master Military Embroiderer and a Court Embroidress. He served in the army in Egypt and Palestine and returned to follow the printing trade. Since 1973 he has devoted himself to military research and illustration. He is the founding editor of the innovative magazine Tradition and has written and illustrated many books, often in collaboration with his late brother, Donald Fosten.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 1986
• ISBN 10: 0850456894
• ISBN 13: 9780850456899
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Bryan Fosten