THE PRUSSIAN ARMY OF FREDERICK THE GREAT, 1740-1786: History, Organization and Uniforms

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Details the organization, uniforms, and equipment of the various branches of service that made up the Prussian Army. Starting with the infantry, whose incredible discipline and excellent training made them the backbone of Frederick's forces, details the famous guards and the line regiments but also the light infantry jagers and even little-known garrison and auxiliary units. Equal attention is given to the cavalry: guards, cuirassiers, dragoons, lancers, and hussars. There is also a chapter devoted to the technical corps of artillery, pioneers and the like, and there are chapters on the mercenary freikorps and Frederick's German allies. Contains 116 color illustrations.