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Terence Wise Flags of the Napoleonic Wars (1) (Paperback) Men-at-Arms. Further DetailsTitle: Flags of the Napoleonic Wars (1) Condition: New Subtitle: Colours, Standards and Guidons of France and her Allies Author: Terence Wise Illustrator: Guido Rosignoli Contributor: Guido Rosignoli (Illustrated by) Format: Paperback ISBN-10: 085045171X EAN: 9780850451719 ISBN: 9780850451719 Publisher: Osprey Publishing Genre: History Topic: Military History, Society & Culture Release Date: 03/28/1978 Description: In the summer of 1804, the eagle was chosen as the symbol of the French Army by Napoleon himself. The Emperor's sculptor, Chaudet, made the original model, and from this were cast bronze copies in the workshop of Thomire, which would be proudly borne into battle by many a French regiment. This fascinating work by Terence Wise explores in depth the flags, colours and guidons of the Napoleonic wars, concentrating on France and her allies, and covering every faction from Baden to Würzburg.Featuring illustrations throughout, this book is a must for anyone interested in this fascinating topic. Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: GB Item Height: 248mm Item Length: 184mm Item Width: 5mm Item Weight: 198g Series: Men-at-Arms Release Year: 1978 Missing Information?Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.