Armies and Enemies of Napoleon 1789-1815

Containing chapters from some of the leading specialists in the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars this volume covers a diverse range of topics that examine in detail aspects of the armies that fought for and against France from 1792-1815.

Containing chapters from some of the leading specialists in the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars this volume covers a diverse range of topics. Philip Ball looks at the unfortunate General Mack, Terry Crowdy covers military intelligence in Napoleon’s Italian Campaign and Alex Mikaberidze examines Kutuzov’s role in the Austerlitz Campaign. There is a chapter by Alistair Nichols on the French émigré units in British pay and one by Mark Edward Hay on the rebuilding of the Dutch army before Waterloo. The Peninsular War is also covered with a chapter by Kenton White on French strategy and tactics and Robert Griffith covers the long-overlooked role of the battalions of light companies in Wellington’s Army.

" This is jam-packed with essays [you] might find useful. No matter what part of the Napoleonic Wars you are interested in, there is something here for you." Wargames Illustrated, Mar 2022

"....There is something for everyone in this book, whatever your area of interest. These essays or articles are certainly sufficient to act as a stepping stone for further reading, and if they help readers better understand often neglected aspects the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars then it is a job well done." Colin Ashton, carryingsonupthedale.com