Author:
Crowdy, Terry, author.
ImprintWarwick, England : Helion & Company, 2021.
Description174 pages, 24 pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm.
Note:In the king's army -- Light infantry in the wars of the French Revolution -- Light infantry in the First Empire -- Light infantry tactics -- Uniforms and equipment -- Lilies and eagles: light infantry colours -- Notes for re-enactors and wargamers.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references (pages 173-174).
Note:From the partisans and legions of the mid-eighteenth century to the Napoleonic regiments, this title is a comprehensive study of French light infantry between 1788-1815. It covers the formal chasseur battalions and regiments and the light companies of scouts and voltigeurs in Napoleon's armies.
