9781528110693 - A History of the Formation and Development of the Volunteer Infantry: From the Earliest Times, Illustrated by the Local Records of Huddersfield and Its Vicinity, Fr... (2 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of England's volunteer military forces from their earliest origins in Saxon times through modern-day incarnations. The author places the subject within the broader context of military history, examining the evolution of volunteerism alongside the development of professional armies and the changing nature of warfare. Through detailed accounts of specific volunteer organizations and their service in major conflicts such as the French Revolution and World War I, the author explores the motivations, challenges, and contributions of citizen soldiers. By examining the role of volunteers in shaping England's military traditions and national identity, this book sheds light on the enduring significance of volunteer forces in maintaining a strong and resilient defense system. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.