The Austrian Army 1740-80 (1) - Cavalry

Austria was both a major participant and one of the causes of hostilities in the wars of the mid-18th century. The death of the Habsburg Emperor Charles VI in October 1740 set in motion the first of the major wars of the time. His heir was a daughter, Maria Theresa, who was destined become one of the greatest figures in the history of the 18th century. The Hapsburg territories were immense, and a key unifying factor was the army itself, that embraced all nationalities and drew its personnel from Hapsburg lands and beyond. This title, the first in a sequence of three, takes a close look at the organisation, uniforms and equipment of the cavalry of the Austrian Army during Maria Theresa's reign, covering cuirassiers, dragoons, hussars, and chevauxleger.

Summary

Describes the uniforms, weaponry, military practices and tactics of the Cavalry of Maria Theresa's army. This book also records the history of the army's campaigns, and is illustrated with contemporary images, detailed diagrams and colour plates.

Product details

• Authors: Philip Haythornthwaite, Philip J. Haythornthwaite
• Assisted by: Bill Younghusband (Illustration), William Younghusband (Illustration)
• Publisher: Osprey Publishers
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2019
• EAN: 9781855324152
• ISBN: 978-1-85532-415-2
• No. of pages: 48
• Dimensions: 180 mm x 244 mm x 8 mm
• Series: Men-at-Arms; Men-at-Arms
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political administration; austria, History, Warfare & defence, 18th century, c 1700 to c 1799, Military institutions