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Portuguese Army of the Napoleonic Wars, The

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

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

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Product Info

Title
Portuguese Army of the Napoleonic Wars, The
Publisher
Category
Author
Otto Von Pivka
Publish Year
1977
Dimensions
7.25x9.75x.25"
NKG Part #
2147343738
MFG. Part #
OSPMAA061
Type
Softcover
Series
MAA61

Description

In 1806, at the beginning of the Peninsular War, the Portuguese army was not at the peak of military efficiency. Nevertheless, under British tutelage it played an important part in the fight against Napoleon. Under Wellington's command, the Portuguese army distinguished itself in battles at Bussaco, Fuentes de Onoro and Albuera, and in 1813 helped the Allies win a decisive victory at Vittoria. Beginning with a chronology of Portugal's part in the Peninsular War, this book examines the uniforms, equipment and organization of the Portuguese army's various units. Detailed color plates and numerous illustrations complement the text.