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"[Stuart Reid uses] the work of historians and modern sources references to change the myths and reveal the underlying truths about the event... [One of several] outstanding coverages in-depth military holdings will welcome." -"The Bookwatch"
"I found this to be a very interesting book and one of a subject I'd not considered before. I'm sure you will find it just as fascinating." -Scott Van Aken, "modelingmadness.com"
"I found this to be a very interesting book and one of a subject I'd not considered before. I'm sure you will find it just as fascinating." -Scott Van Aken, "modelingmadness.com"
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This book is the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie's army at Culloden. Beginning with initial recruitment, it will strip away the myth and expose the realities of life in the Jacobite rebellion army, a force which included volunteers, 'pressed men', mercenaries and French forces, sent over to assist as part of the 'Auld Alliance'. Unit organization, weapons and tactics are discussed in depth, as well as the vicious battles that were fought to secure the crown. The wonderful colour plates and rare images illustrate the variety of uniforms that were worn ranging from tartan to regular army dress. This is an essential introductory guide to the Jacobite Armies as well as a definitive guide to the uniforms and weaponry of the period.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Detailed Source on the Jacobite Uprisings
5 Dec 2007
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This book, along with several other Osprey titles by Stuart Reid, is a fine source on the warriors of the Scottish Highlands at the time of the Jacobite Rebellion of '45. To the average person, these are what Scots are supposed to look like, with the kilts and plaids and bagpipes.
For me, the most useful sections of the book span pages 3-13 and 50-55; the first dealing with the social origins of the Jacobite warriors, and the second detailing their battle tactics; the latter topic has often been misunderstood by students of history. A good slice of the book takes the individual Highland regiments and examines their uniforms and flags-information that is admittedly only useful for someone with a professional interest in the topic. For lighter reading on the Jacobite Army, I would recommend Reid's book Highland Clansman 1689-1745.
The plates are up to Osprey's usual standards and help clarify the descriptions of the various regiments. Overall, this is an excellent source for someone interested in the history of Scotland, or in the 18th-19th Century Highlanders; though I am not sure I would recommend it for an introduction.
For me, the most useful sections of the book span pages 3-13 and 50-55; the first dealing with the social origins of the Jacobite warriors, and the second detailing their battle tactics; the latter topic has often been misunderstood by students of history. A good slice of the book takes the individual Highland regiments and examines their uniforms and flags-information that is admittedly only useful for someone with a professional interest in the topic. For lighter reading on the Jacobite Army, I would recommend Reid's book Highland Clansman 1689-1745.
The plates are up to Osprey's usual standards and help clarify the descriptions of the various regiments. Overall, this is an excellent source for someone interested in the history of Scotland, or in the 18th-19th Century Highlanders; though I am not sure I would recommend it for an introduction.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Great illustrations
4 Dec 2007
Format:Paperback
The text is interesting to read. The author is very familiar with Scottish history and tells an interesting tale. What works for me are the very nice illustrations by Zaboly. Very detailed, inspiring and a boon to uniformologists out there.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Reveal the underlying truths about the event.
5 Nov 2006
Format:Paperback
New additions to Osprey's military history titles are specific, detailed, and perfect additions for collections which go beyond the general interest level. Stuart Reid's THE SCOTTISH JACOBITE ARMY 1945-46 tells of an uprising which has been colored and embellished throughout history - but this treatment foregoes some of the color in favor of concrete facts, using the work of historians and modern source references to change the myths and reveal the underlying truths about the event.
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