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Gabriele Esposito
The Hundred Years' War is one of the most famous conflicts in British history, featuring such renowned battles as Crecy, Poitiers and Agincourt. It is a period littered with such…
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In the present book we will provide a detailed analysis of the history, organization and uniforms of the colonial troops deployed by France during the period 1815-1914.
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In this book, the late period of the Roman army begins with the accession of the Emperor Diocletian in AD 284 and ends with the culmination of the reign of…
Tales of legendary Viking armies have stood the test of time, still capturing the imagination of historians today and giving a glimpse into the ferocity and tactical proficiency with which…
During the Middle Empire period (AD 180-284) the Roman army had to face the terrible 'Third Century Crisis', wherein a combination of socio-economic problems and new external threats threatened the…
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The centuries that followed the fall of the Western Roman Empire in AD 476 saw the formation of numerous Romano-Germanic kingdoms from the fusion between different Germanic communities and the…
Gabriele Esposito presents an overview of the history, organization and equipment of the military forces deployed by the nomadic peoples of the Eurasian steppes during the period from the appearance…
Gabriele Esposito discusses these remarkable warriors of the steppes, analysing what made them such formidable opponents to their neighbours over the centuries.
Gabriele Esposito gives an overview of the armies of the Normans of 911-1194, discussing their their tactics, weapons and equipment.
Frederick the Great was an acknowledged master of war. Admired and studied by Napoleon, he commanded the Prussian army at sixteen major battles and numerous sieges and other actions, often…
Gabriele Esposito provides a detailed overview of the history, organization and uniforms of the British military forces during the long reign of George II (1727-1760). Perhaps best known for the…
A pictorial history of the Russian Army covering the years 1697 - 1797 The latest book from Gabriele Esposito covers the Russian Army from the reigns of Peter the Great…
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The uniforms of the Ancient Greek world, an incredible visual study of the military dress, artillery and weaponry of the period, with fascinating historical context.
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A pictoral history of the British armies and thier allies that fought in the American Revolution A pictoral history showing the uniforms, arms and organization of the British forces that…
The Pacific War was one of the greatest and bloodiest war ever on the west part of South America, and is one of the most important conflicts in South American…
A full-color history of the late Roman Army, many of which were commissioned for this book. It cover the period from 250 to 500 AD, with information on both the…
With over 110 images of historically accurate re-enactors, this book describes the tactics, organization and equipment of the Roman army at the height of its powers, considered by many to…
New series focusing on armies throughout history. Written by a military historian who has authored many books. Contains images of re-enactors in accurate uniforms. Part of Historic Armies Series.
A history of the British Army in the Napoleonic Wars.
The Italian Risorgimento was the political process that led to the unification of the Italian peninsula into a single kingdom after three bloody wars fought between Piedmont and Austria. It…
During the first half of the 19th century, the newly-formed countries of South America lived in a state of great political turmoil, since they fought against each other for defining…
This volume covers both British cavalry and artillery of the Napoleonic Wars, as well as supporting units such as engineers.
Covers from the First Crusade to the fall of Acre, the last Christian stronghold in the Holy Land in 1291.
Gabriele Esposito describes the organization, equipment and tactics of the Carthaginian forces that fought the three Punic wars with Rome, and analyses the campaigns, battles and sieges. Lavishly illustrated with…
Covers Napoleon's cavalry and artillery of the line and the technical corps of engineers etc. Details the organization of the cavalry and artillery regiments, their weapons, equipment and uniforms. Gives…
It is a fascinating period for military history and the study of armies, a hybrid of Napoleonic legacies into the industrialized age of modern warfare. Covers all the armies of…
Clear, informative text supported by 100 excellent colour photographs of replica weapons, armour and costume in use.
Covers the period of Rome’s greatest expansion, from an Italy-only state to master of the Mediterranean World.
Describes the evolution of military forces at the birth of Colonial North America, from first Jamestown Settlement to the end of the War of the Spanish Succession
Analyzes the Macedonian style of combined-arms warfare that dominated the classical world for over 200 years until eclipsed by the Roman legions.
Studies the Celtic armies that dominated much of Europe for centuries.
Covers the Late Roman Army from Diocletian’s reign to the Fall of the Western Empire.
Covers the period from Romes’ foundation to the start of the Second Punic War. Covers not just early Roman armies but those of the other major Italian peoples: most notably…
Covers the Armies of Classical Greece, from the Persian Wars to the rise of Macedon. Examines the equipment, organization and tactics of the famous hoplite heavy infantry that dominated warfare…
Describes the armies of the Germanic foes that raided, invaded and resisted the Roman Empire for centuries and eventually brought it down.
The Greek historian Herodotus said the Thracian tribes could conquer the world if they could stop fighting each other long enough.
Studies the British infantry at a crucial period when it absorbed the harsh lessons of the American Revolutionary War to become the efficient, highly-motivated force that defeated Napoleon at Waterloo.
Describes the Imperial Guard from its origins in the Consular Guard.
Continues the successful Armies of the Past series.
The clear, accessible text is supported by dozens of colour photographs of replica arms, armour and military dress in use.
Esposito, Gabriele
Gives a concise overview of history and development of the French infantry under Napoleon, with detailed discussion of organization, weapons and equipment.
Covers the conquest of Wales and the First Scottish War of Independence, as well as campaigns on the Continent.
A short history of the military forces involved in the US-Mexican War, 1846-48 In, Armies of the US-Mexican War, Gabriele Esposito examines the organization, uniforms, and operations of the two…
Sharon Esposito
It’s Chandler’s first day of school and she couldn’t be more excited! School seems like the most fun place ever, there are so many other kids to meet and fun…
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An illustrated history of the Continental Army in color This is an illustrated history of the Continental Army during the American Revolution. The full-color edition examines the organization, uniforms and…
Examines the troops, uniforms and equipment used by the Chilean, Peruvian and Bolivian forces and traces the events of the war from the early naval blockades, through major pitched battles…
A complete illustrated study of the varied range of Italian colonial units who served in East and North Africa.
This detailed study explains and illustrates the Russian, Scandinavian, Polish, and German armies of the crucial series of wars that saw Russia’s arrival as a great military power in Northern…
