In 1795 the kingdom of Poland fell prey to her stronger neighbors, Russia, Prussia and Austria. Following the death of the king of Poland in 1798, his kingdom was divided among these three neighboring powers. France became increasingly involved, and protested at Poland's treatment, offering refuge for Polish exiles.
On October
11th, 1796, the Polish Legion was formed in the French army by General Dombrowski and Napoleon. This book covers the uniforms, dress, organization and equipment of the infantry, artillery, and cavalry of Napoleon's Polish Troops. Among the cavalry units covered are the Chasseurs and Lancers.
This title also provides a summary of the Polish divisions' campaigns in Spain, Russia and within Poland itself.
| ISBN: | 9780850451986 |
| Publication date: | 15th June 1974 |
| Author: | Otto von Pivka, Michael Roffe |
| Publisher: | Osprey Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 40 pages |
| Series: | Men-at-Arms Series |
| Genres: |
History and Archaeology Specific wars and campaigns War and defence operations |
In 1795 the kingdom of Poland fell prey to her stronger neighbors, Russia, Prussia and Austria. Following the death of the king of Poland in 1798, his kingdom was divided among these three neighboring powers.
Napoleon's Polish Troops features in the following genres: History and Archaeology, Specific wars and campaigns, War and defence operations
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Napoleon's Polish Troops was written by Otto von Pivka, Michael Roffe and published by Osprey Publishing
Napoleon's Polish Troops has 40 pages
Yes it is part of Men-at-Arms Series series
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