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Bayonets and Scimitars: Arms, Armies and Mercenaries 1700-1789
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Bayonets and Scimitars: Arms, Armies and Mercenaries 1700-1789 Hardback - 2013

by William Urban

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The eighteenth century marked a watershed in European history. This was a period of significant economic, political and technological upheaval, which led to the American and French revolutions, and was to ultimately pave the way for Europe's domination of much of the world during the nineteenth century.

The wars and political maneuvering of Frederick the Great and Catherine the Great transformed Prussia and Russia into major players in European politics. France, the richest nation in the West; survived losing successive wars, then bankrupted itself assisting the Americans in an unnecessary war of revenge. Britain became the model of economic and financial efficiency and made itself supreme in North America, the Caribbean, and in India, only to face such financial troubles that its leaders antagonized its colonial subjects in America.

This excellent new book by esteemed military historian William Urban traces the evolution of war making throughout this turbulent period - the politics, the weaponry, the organization of armies, and the transformation of mercenaries into professionals.

This highly readable account concentrates not just on high politics and military strategy but also on the everyday experiences of those involved giving us a compelling glimpse of the human face of warfare during this important period.

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  • Title Bayonets and Scimitars: Arms, Armies and Mercenaries 1700-1789
  • Author William Urban
  • Binding Hardback
  • Edition 1st
  • Pages 256
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Frontline Books, Barnsley
  • Publication date 2013
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9781848327115 / 1848327110
  • Weight 1.45 lbs (0.66 kg)
  • Dimensions 9 x 6 x 1.3 in (22.86 x 15.24 x 3.30 cm)
  • Category History - General History

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The eighteenth century marked a watershed in European history. This was a period of significant economic, political and technological upheaval, which led to the American and French revolutions, and was to ultimately pave the way for Europe's domination of much of the world during the nineteenth century.
The wars and political maneuvering of Frederick the Great and Catherine the Great transformed Prussia and Russia into major players in European politics. France, the richest nation in the West; survived losing successive wars, then bankrupted itself assisting the Americans in an unnecessary war of revenge. Britain became the model of economic and financial efficiency and made itself supreme in North America, the Caribbean, and in India, only to face such financial troubles that its leaders antagonized its colonial subjects in America.
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