Hungarian Hussar 1756-1815
64 page book.
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Illustrator: Darko Pavlovic
About this book
The Hussar were the skilled, daring and flamboyant light cavalrymen first drawn for Hapsburg service, from what is now northern Croatia, Serbia, Slovakia and Hungary in the late 17th century. Before long, major European nations adopted Hussar formations, uniform and equipment. This title covers a dynamic and glamorous period, during which the Hussars were increasingly regulated within the Hapsburg army, and developments took place in clothing, weaponry and equipment, notably the introduction of short carbines and rifles. Battlefield tactics, campaign life, and famous episodes of derring-do are also given full treatment, making this a packed, colourful and fascinating study of the Hungarian Hussar.
Contents
- Introduction
- Chronology
- Enlistment
- Training
- Appearance and equipment
- Everyday life
- Experience of battle
- Colour plate commentary
- Museums
- Collecting
- Re-enactment
- Index
Paperback; November 2003; 64 pages; ISBN: 9781841765242