Louis XIV's Army Format: Paperback

Chartrand, René

ISBN 10: 0850458501 / ISBN 13: 9780850458503

Published by MacMillan Publishers, 1988

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Louis XIV's Army Format: Paperback
• Publisher: MacMillan Publishers
• Publication Date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0850458501
• ISBN 13: 9780850458503
• Binding: Soft cover
• Illustrator: Back, Francis
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Louis XIV's army was in many ways the first modern army. After assuming power in 1661, Louis abolished the post of Colonel Général of Infantry so he could exercise direct control over the armed forces in his realm. The king demanded order, discipline and absolute loyalty from his army, and he introduced a military draft in 1688 - the first step towards what we know as conscription in modern armies. This book chronicles the development of Louis XIV's army during his 54-year reign, including the units, uniforms and weapons of the elite Maison du Roi. Numerous illustrations portray the uniforms, colours and standards of his troops in vivid detail.

About the Authors

RENÉ CHARTRAND was born in Montreal and educated in Canada, the United States and the Bahamas. A senior curator with Canada's National Historic Sites for nearly three decades, he is now a freelance writer and historical consultant. He has written numerous articles and books including over 50 Osprey titles. He lives in Quebec, with his wife and two sons.

Francis Back was a talented military artist, especially sought after for his portrayals of the Napoleonic period. He illustrated several books for Osprey Publishing including Men-at-Arms 203: Louis XIV's Army and Men-at-Arms 227: Napoleon's Sea Soldiers.