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Austrian Army of the Napoleonic Wars (2) - Cavalry

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Men-at-Arms - French Revolutionary War/Napoleonic Wars - Assorted

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Product Info

Title
Austrian Army of the Napoleonic Wars (2) - Cavalry
Publisher
Category
Publish Year
1986
Dimensions
9x11x.75"
NKG Part #
1791339361
MFG. Part #
OSPMAA181
Type
Softcover
Series
MAA181

Description

The mounted troops of the Hapsburg Empire comprised one of the most powerful forces of the Napoleonic Wars. However, from the outset the cavalry's higher command was less capable than its infantry counterpart: appointments were influenced by nepotism and politics, which resulted in commands often being given to those who lacked experience. The cavalry underwent many re-organizations and expansions in the course of the wars that attempted to redress these matters, and to modernize the force as a whole. This title examines these processes and documents in detail the tactics, uniforms and equipment of the Austrian cavalry, covering Cuirassiers, Dragoons, Chevauxlegers, Hussars, Uhlan (lancer) and auxiliary units.