French Warship Crews 1789–1805: From the French Revolution to Trafalgar
Sep 2012 · Bloomsbury Publishing
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A detailed and authentic account of the life and experiences of French warship crews from the Revolution up to Trafalgar.
Featuring illustrations throughout and several high-quality colour plates, French Warship Crews 1789-1805 describes the recruitment and composition of crews, the different duties performed and the living conditions they had to endure at sea. Their experiences of fighting the British are covered in depth; from preparing the ship for action, to the violent discharges of heavy calibre guns, the often gruesome realities of sea warfare are revealed through pictures and contemporary testimonies.
Featuring illustrations throughout and several high-quality colour plates, French Warship Crews 1789-1805 describes the recruitment and composition of crews, the different duties performed and the living conditions they had to endure at sea. Their experiences of fighting the British are covered in depth; from preparing the ship for action, to the violent discharges of heavy calibre guns, the often gruesome realities of sea warfare are revealed through pictures and contemporary testimonies.
A detailed and authentic account of the life and experiences of French warship crews from the Revolution up to Trafalgar.
Featuring illustrations throughout and several high-quality colour plates, French Warship Crews 1789-1805 describes the recruitment and composition of crews, the different du...
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Terry Crowdy has had a life-long interest in the life and times of the common soldier of the late-18th and early-19th centuries, with a particular passion for the subject of the French 9ème Légère. A committed re-enactor and historical researcher, Terry has written numerous articles for various magazines on the French forces of the Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars.
Steve Noon attended art college in Cornwall, and since 1985 has worked as a professional artist. Steve has provided award-winning illustrations for renowned publishers Dorling Kindersley and has illustrated over 70 Osprey books.
Steve Noon attended art college in Cornwall, and since 1985 has worked as a professional artist. Steve has provided award-winning illustrations for renowned publishers Dorling Kindersley and has illustrated over 70 Osprey books.
Terry Crowdy has had a life-long interest in the life and times of the common soldier of the late-18th and early-19th centuries, with a particular passion for the subject of the French 9ème Légère. A committed re-enactor and historical researcher, Terry has written numerous articles for various m...
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