Destructive and Formidable: British Infantry Firepower, 1642 1765

The British Army's victories over the French in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries were due to its infantrys effective and deadly firepower, which David Blackmore has discovered by examining original drill manuals and other contemporary sources. This book provides a new understanding of British military history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 11 March 2022
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

In the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, the British Army's remarkable victories over the French at pivotal battles such as Blenheim in 1704, Minden and Quebec in 1759, and Culloden in 1746 were largely attributed to the exceptional firepower of its infantries. For the first time, historian David Blackmore has delved into original drill manuals and contemporary sources to uncover the underlying reasons behind this military prowess. This groundbreaking book employs a unique approach that begins by examining the procedures and practices of soldiers during a specific period, analyzing them to understand how things were done and, in turn, why events unfolded as they did. Through this meticulous research, Blackmore has unearthed a distinct set of tactics that played a pivotal role in creating this remarkable effectiveness and enabling it to endure for such a long period. By correcting many misconceptions about British infantry firepower in the age of the musket and linear warfare, this book makes a significant contribution to our understanding of a crucial era in British military history.

Weight: 378g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399014502