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This is a real treat for the uniform buff and Napoleonic enthusiast ... a splendid book. --Military Illustrated, August '09
Every so often a masterpiece of a publication comes along, and this is one of them. --Ken Trotman - http://www.kentrotman.com/marlatest/franklin2.htm
Brilliantly written, planned and laid out, with absolutely superb colour illustrations throughout --Adjutant Magazine, December '09
Every so often a masterpiece of a publication comes along, and this is one of them. --Ken Trotman - http://www.kentrotman.com/marlatest/franklin2.htm
Brilliantly written, planned and laid out, with absolutely superb colour illustrations throughout --Adjutant Magazine, December '09
Every so often a masterpiece of a publication comes along, and this is one of them. --Ken Trotman - http://www.kentrotman.com/marlatest/franklin2.htm
Brilliantly written, planned and laid out, with absolutely superb colour illustrations throughout --Adjutant Magazine, December '09
Every so often a masterpiece of a publication comes along, and this is one of them. --Ken Trotman - http://www.kentrotman.com/marlatest/franklin2.htm
Brilliantly written, planned and laid out, with absolutely superb colour illustrations throughout --Adjutant Magazine, December '09
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In British Napoleonic Uniforms, Carl Franklin's lavishly illustrated third volume for The History Press, these changes to the uniforms of all the numbered regiments of cavalry and infantry are discussed in detail. It is illustrated with more than two hundred full-colour plates of the uniforms and every aspect of their regimental distinctions. The book is divided into four parts. Part One considers the uniforms of the Heavy and Light cavalry regiments. It includes full-page colour illustrations of the Household Cavalry, the Heavy Cavalry (Dragoon Guards and Dragoons) and Light Cavalry (the Light Dragoons and Hussars). Part Two looks at the commonalities of the cavalry and considers uniforms appropriate to each regiment, such as headwear, the evolution of the uniforms and horse furniture. Part Three discusses the uniforms and distinctions of the infantry, including the regiments of Foot Guards and Infantry of the Line (Fusiliers, Light Infantry, Riflemen and Highland Regiments). Part Four shows the commonalties of the infantry and considers the uniform appropriate to each regiment, such as those of the Drummers and Highland Regiments, as well as their tartans.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Having collected a number of reference books on Napoleonic uniforms and equipment over recent decades, including Mr Franklin's volume on British Napoleonic artillery, I wondered whether this new volume on British Napoleonic uniforms would be of significant value in my reference collection. Would it, for example, reach the high standards set for French Napoleonic uniforms in the Histoire et Collections series, in terms of the scope of its coverage of uniform variations. I was amazed at the quality and comprehensiveness of the work. Here is the dream volume for modellers of British Army subjects of the Napoleonic period. Every regiment of the permanent army is covered, as are a range of militia units. Details of uniforms for officers, NCOs, soldiers and musicians are included, together with weapons, equipment, saddelery, and so forth. Beautifully illustrated and printed, this is a wonderful addition to the collection, and is every bit as good as Mr Franklin's previous two volumes. One can only hope that he will now turn his attention to other uniforms of the British Napoleonic period - those of the Marines, the Royal Navy, and the emigre troops - to complete the series. We might then hope for a similar treatment of the British forces during the American revolutionary war and earlier. I hope to see many more excellent volumes produced by Mr Franklin and Spellmount.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I bought this as a reference for painting napoleonic miniatures and it doesn't disappoint. If you want a regimental history book then this isn't for you but it doesn't claim to be one. Its not a book I'll use every day but I'm glad I own it.
The drawings are clear indications of the colours of each regiment and variations in rank with changes through the period. I'd dismiss the comment about day-glo green as nonsense. The odd photo of surviving uniforms would have been nice but this isn't an Osprey book.
The drawings are clear indications of the colours of each regiment and variations in rank with changes through the period. I'd dismiss the comment about day-glo green as nonsense. The odd photo of surviving uniforms would have been nice but this isn't an Osprey book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
, I had the occasion to flip the pages a few months ago but didn't get the chance to see it properly. Now that i have this book I can say that this is an absolutely magnifecent publication. It will surely be a positive addition to my library
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Excellent reference book
I am using this book for background research for my second novel. I can't think how it could be bettered. Read more
Published 11 months ago by mary
Great great book
I had some doubts about this shopping. I was wrong. It is a wonderful book and the shipping service was very fast and fantastic. I recommend you. Five stars are justified.
Published 11 months ago by Topp
A small point
I was immediately impressed by the format and presentation of this handsome book. A lot of the detail is beyond my ken and even interest. Read more
Published 13 months ago by wasp
Sadly lacking
While the illustrations in this book are good and colourful, the book itself is lacking as a work of reference. Read more
Published 14 months ago by 2587
Beautiful book, best one on the subject...
Having owned other books on Napoleonic uniforms, I found myself still trying to find a book that covered all aspects of the uniforms for all ranks and in a clear format. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Iceni Peasant
Good book with great illustrations
Someone once said to me 'Retail is detail'. Well that is certainly true in this case. I bought this book because it is packed full of detailed illustrations that bring the... Read more
Published on 15 Feb 2010 by Mr. P. A. Lawlor
Fantastic
This is a fantastic book with great detailing and illustrations. Every regiment is covered throughout the whole period as well as a description of equipment used by the troops.
Published on 2 Oct 2009 by Mr Spud Head
Just what it says
What a wonderful book! Unlike a number of other books on military uniforms and badges, this one delivers exactly what the title says - uniforms in the greatest detail. Read more
Published on 11 Sep 2009 by N. O. Miller
Forget Osprey!
After trying to compile my own list of information on the regiments & uniforms of the British Army of the Napoleonic era, through Osprey books & far too many hours on the internet,... Read more
Published on 18 Aug 2009 by Mr. C. Thomas
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Très beau livre et très complet, une merveille pour ceux qui s'interêssent à l'armée anglaise de la période napoléonienne surtout pour les... Read more
Published on 5 Aug 2009 by Martinez
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