The British Army In 1868 (1868)

By Charles E. Trevelyan

Book Overview

The book ""The British Army in 1868"" by Charles E. Trevelyan is a historical account of the British Army during the year 1868. The author provides a detailed description of the army's organization, tactics, and equipment during this period. He also discusses the various campaigns and battles that the army was involved in, including the Abyssinian War and the Indian Mutiny.The book begins with an overview of the army's structure and hierarchy, including the role of officers, non-commissioned officers, and enlisted soldiers. It then goes on to describe the various branches of the army, such as the cavalry, artillery, and infantry, and their respective roles in battle.The author also provides information on the weapons and equipment used by the army during this time, including rifles, swords, and uniforms. He discusses the advances in technology that were being made, such as the introduction of new artillery and the use of telegraph communication.Throughout the book, Trevelyan provides detailed accounts of the army's involvement in various conflicts, including the Abyssinian War, where the British Army assisted in the overthrow of Emperor Tewodros II, and the Indian Mutiny, where the army played a crucial role in suppressing the rebellion.Overall, ""The British Army in 1868"" is a comprehensive account of the British Army during a pivotal year in its history. It provides valuable insights into the organization, tactics, and equipment of the army during this time, as well as its role in some of the major conflicts of the era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104384256
• ISBN13: 9781104384258
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"