The Scottish Jacobite Army 1745–46

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The Scottish Jacobite Army 1745–46

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One of the most celebrated moments in Scottish history, the Jacobite Rising of 1745 is often romanticized. Drawing on the work of historians and a wide range of contemporary sources, Culloden expert Stuart Reid strips away the myths surrounding the events of the campaign, revealing some of the lesser known and fascinating truths about the Rising. Illustrated with contemporary sketches and meticulous full-colour reconstructions of dress and equipment, the raising of Prince Charles Edward Stuart's army is examined in detail - from its organization in regiments and their command system, to its weapons, tactical strengths and weaknesses.

Table of Contents

· Historical background · The context - development of Scottish military institutions · Recruitment, 1745: genuine volunteers - conscripts: Highland clan system - Lowland recruitment - mercenaries - 'turned' prisoners of war · Organization - integration of semi-feudal groups into larger units · Cavalry · The French contingent · Weapons, other equipment, and fighting tactics · The aftermath - prisoner recruitment into British Army · The Plates (clothing and uniforms)

Product details

Published 10 Oct 2006
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781846030734
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 62 b/w; 8 col
Dimensions 248 x 184 mm
Series Elite
Short code ELI 149
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Stuart Reid

Stuart Reid was born in Aberdeen in 1954 and is ma…

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Gary Zaboly

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