Prussian Line Infantry 1792-1815 (Men-at-Arms) - Softcover

Hofschroer, Peter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 085045543X ISBN 13: 9780850455434

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 1984

Synopsis

At the beginning of this period, the battalions of the Prussian Line usually fought in a linear formation three ranks deep, overwhelming the enemy with fire before a well-timed bayonet attack. By the end, the preferred formation was eight to 12 ranks deep. The responsibility for conducting the fire-fight was now given to the skirmish elements and the artillery. The formed battalions provided support for the fire line, and conducted the decisive bayonet charge. Whatever the change, the spirit and ability of the infantry remained consistently high throughout this bloody period.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present.

About the Author:

Peter Hofschroer is a recognised expert on the German campaigns of the Napoleonic wars and the Prussian army in particular. He has already written Leipzig 1813 in the Campaign series.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 1984
• ISBN 10: 085045543X
• ISBN 13: 9780850455434
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Fosten Bryan