{"product_id":"badges-of-the-regular-infantry-1914-1918","title":"Badges of the Regular Infantry, 1914-1918","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eBadges of the Regular Infantry, 1914–1918 is an exhaustive study of the development of the battalion, brigade, and divisional signs of the twelve divisions that formed the regular army during the Great War. It also looks at the badges of those battalions left behind to guard the Empire. The book is profusely illustrated and contains much information, such as why a shape or color was chosen, when it was adopted, what size it was, whether it was worn on a helmet, what color the helmet was, and even what colors were used on horse transport. Much of the information comes from an archive created at the time and from personal correspondence with hundreds of veterans in the 1980s, many of whom still had their badges and often had razor-sharp recollections about wearing them. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 192 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 29 October 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pen \u0026amp; Sword Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBadges of the Regular Infantry,1914-1918 is a comprehensive study that spans over thirty years of research in museums, archives, and collections. It delves into the intricate development of battalion, brigade, and divisional signs for the twelve divisions that comprised the regular army during the Great War. Additionally, the book explores the badges worn by the battalions left behind to safeguard the Empire. While the divisional signs are widely recognized, there has been a lack of authoritative work on the badges worn by infantry battalions. This book aims to rectify that gap by providing detailed illustrations and information about the cap and shoulder titles as well as cloth signs used by these battalions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach regular and reserve battalion within a regiment is meticulously documented, offering a brief history of the unit and comprehensive details regarding the badges worn. The book is lavishly illustrated, offering a wealth of information that has never been published before. This includes explanations behind the choice of shapes and colors, the timing of their adoption, their sizes, whether they were worn on helmets, the color of helmets, and even the colors used for horse transport. The majority of this rich and detailed information has been sourced from an archive created during the time and from personal correspondence with hundreds of veterans in the 1980s, many of whom still possessed their badges and retained vivid memories of wearing them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, the book includes insightful comments from these veterans, adding an additional layer of authenticity and depth to the narrative. By utilizing the illustrations provided, readers will be able to bring many of the unidentified photos found in family albums to life, shedding light on the history and identity of these soldiers. Badges of the Regular Infantry, 1914-1918 is a groundbreaking work that fills a significant gap in military history literature, providing a valuable resource for researchers, enthusiasts, and descendants of those who served during the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1178g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 180 x 255 x 29 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781526758026                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Bilton","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44101007147258,"sku":"9781526758026","price":21.42,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/d87e0ffc0092f5c074673fa9d813355b.jpg?v=1637813770","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/badges-of-the-regular-infantry-1914-1918","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}