The first English-language book to focus exclusively on the Ottoman infantryman in the First World War, it covers their role in the Middle Eastern theatres, the Caucasus and the Eastern Front.
A fascinating, illustrated volume on the forces with which the Ottoman State grew into its formidable empire.
David Nicolle examines the history, organisation, weapons and uniforms of these élite Turkish troops.
Part of the "Men-At-Arms" series, this book looks at Anglo-Celtic warfare between 410-1066, illustrating equipment, weapons and military encounters.
A highly illustrated account of the defeat of the English Kingdom in France at the battles of Formigny (1450) and Castillon (1453).
This book details how the French began a recovery, partly triggered by the young visionary Joan of Arc, that would end with them as the major European military power.
An illustrated account of the now-legendary clash between King Richard I ‘The Lionheart’ of England and Saladin.
The Saljuq Turks’ defeat of the Byzantines at Manzikert opened the way for their conquest of Anatolia and domination of the Near East.
The story of the Christian conquest of the Iberian peninsula which gave rise to the legend of El Cid, outlining the history, tactics, arms and armour of the period.
A fully illustrated study exploring the armies of what are now India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal during the period AD 500–1500, as well as Afghanistan until the early 13th century AD.
A fully-illustrated, in-depth exploration of early Islamic military forces, their weapons and armour, and the conflicts in which they fought.
A detailed account of this key battle in the dramatic struggle between Christians and Muslims for control of Europe.