US Soldier vs British Soldier: War of 1812

The US and British regular infantrys role, tactics, junior leadership, and combat performance on three battlefields of the War of 1812 are examined in this fully illustrated study, with full-color artwork and battle maps. The actions assessed demonstrate the evolution of US regulars from their initial poor showing to an emerging professionalism that allowed them to face their British opponents on equal terms.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 18 February 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Between June 1812 and January 1815, US and British forces engaged in a series of battles on various North American battlefields. This study focuses on the evolving role and combat performance of the regular infantrymen of both sides during the conflict, with a particular emphasis on three significant battles: Queenston Heights, Crysler's Farm, and Chippawa. The study utilizes full-color artwork and battle maps to provide a comprehensive analysis of the US and British regular infantrys' roles, tactics, junior leadership, and combat performance in these battles. The actions assessed in these battles demonstrate the significant evolution of the US regulars from their initial poor showing to an emerging professionalism that allowed them to face their British opponents on equal terms.

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 423 x 248 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472841674