French Soldier in Egypt 17981801 by Terry Crowdy

French Soldier in Egypt 17981801 by Terry Crowdy

An illustrated account of the dramatic experiences of Napoleon's Army of the Orient in Egypt and the Holy Land. The fighting of the Mamelukes and Turks are covered in depth, detailing desert combat, siege warfare, cavalry skirmishes and the suppression of uprisings. It examines the French treatment of prisoners as well as the fate of captured Frenchmen, and describes caring for the wounded, outbreaks of bubonic plague, and the terrible retreat from Acre in 1799, in accounts by the men who were there. Alongside illustrations throughout, the experiences of infantry, cavalry and sea soldiers of Napoleon's Army of the Orient are brought vividly back to life.

Terry Crowdy has had a life-long interest in the life and times of the common soldier of the late-18th and early-19th centuries, with a particular passion for the subject of the French 9ème Légère. A committed re-enactor and historical researcher, Terry has written numerous articles for various magazines on the French forces of the Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars. He lives in Kent, UK.

Christa Hook began her illustrating career in 1986. Her work has featured extensively in the worlds of publishing and television, and is sought after by collectors worldwide.

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ISBN 13	9781841766287
ISBN 10	1841766283
Title	French Soldier in Egypt 17981801
Author	Terry Crowdy
Series	Warrior
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published	2003-06-12
Number of pages	64
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