Description
The commissioned officer ranks in the British Army from 1740-1815 were almost entirely composed of the affluent and educated - the sons of the landed gentry, the wealthy, and other professional people.
This book looks at the enlistment, training, daily life and combat experiences of the typical British officer in the crucial periods of the North American conflicts, the American Revolution, and the Napoleonic Wars. It complements the author's previous treatments in Warrior 19 British Redcoat 1740-93 and Warrior 20 British Redcoat (2) 1793-1815, which deal exclusively with the common infantryman, and balances these discussions through a look at the 'fellows in silk stockings'.
Particular emphasis is placed on the experiences and activities in North America in the late 18th century.
Table of Contents
Chronology
The structure of an infantry regiment
The officers
Purchase and promotion
A sense of belonging
Training
Appearance and equipment
Conditions of service
On campaign
Into battle
Aftermath of battle
Retirement
Collections, museums and re-enactment
Colour plate commentary
Further reading
Index
Product details
| Published | Oct 20 2012 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (PDF) |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 64 |
| ISBN | 9781782005629 |
| Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
| Illustrations | 50 b/w; 9 col |
| Series | Warrior |
| Short code | WAR 42 |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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