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Continental Infantryman of the American Revolution
Description
America raised three distinct forces to win its revolution: untrained, short-service militiamen; state troops; and the regular Continentals. The latter were the backbone of the army, providing a disciplined and effective fighting force. Some infantrymen served with Arnold's Lake Champlain fleet as marines, while others fought conventionally in sieges and field battles. This book takes a close look at the Continental infantryman of the period examining all facets of their daily life including recruitment, training, service conditions and combat experiences. Many armies have saved their nation: the Continentals helped build theirs.
Table of Contents
Introduction · Chronology · Enlistment · Training · Appearance and Equipment · Conditions of Service · On Campaign · Belief and Belonging · The Experience of Battle · Collections, Museums and Re-enactment · Bibliography · Glossary · Colour Plate Commentaries · Index
Product details
| Published | 25 Jul 2004 |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 64 |
| ISBN | 9781841765860 |
| Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
| Illustrations | 17 b/w; 34 col |
| Dimensions | 248 x 184 mm |
| Series | Warrior |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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