Marlborough’s Army 1702-11: 097 (Men-at-Arms)

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pp. 40, “The succession of the French Duke of Anjou to the Spanish throne in 1700 provoked the formation of a Grand Alliance to thwart the king’s expansionist ambitions. Led by the Duke of Marlborough, the army of the Grand Alliance declared war on France. Between 1702 and 1711, this united force, comprised of English, Dutch, Danish, Prussian, Austrian and other German troops, were victorious at such historic battles as Blenheim, Oudenarde and Malplaquet. This book chronicles Marlborough’s campaigns in the War of the Spanish Succession, detailing the tactics, troops and uniforms of his army.”

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ISBN 0850453461
ISBN13 9780850453461
Number of pages 40
Original Title Marlborough's Army 1702-11: 097 (Men-at-Arms)
Published Date 1980
Illustrators Angus McBride
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition No dustjacket
Binding Paperback
Size Larger 8vo
Place of Publication Oxford
Edition First edition
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pp. 40, “The succession of the French Duke of Anjou to the Spanish throne in 1700 provoked the formation of a Grand Alliance to thwart the king’s expansionist ambitions. Led by the Duke of Marlborough, the army of the Grand Alliance declared war on France. Between 1702 and 1711, this united force, comprised of English, Dutch, Danish, Prussian, Austrian and other German troops, were victorious at such historic battles as Blenheim, Oudenarde and Malplaquet. This book chronicles Marlborough’s campaigns in the War of the Spanish Succession, detailing the tactics, troops and uniforms of his army.”

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Weight 1 kg