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WAR145: Ottoman Infantryman 1914–18

WAR145: Ottoman Infantryman 1914–18

SKU: 9781846035067

Price: $22.99AUD inc. GST

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Author
David Nicolle

Author
Christa Hook

About this book
Following the Balkan Wars of 1912–1913, the Ottoman Empire undertook a massive military retraining program. Although many histories have depicted the Ottomans as a poor fighting force, this was more often due to poor leadership and logistics. The typical Ottoman soldier, the asker, was tough, well-trained, and courageous. While fighting over varied terrain from Gallipoli, to Mesopotamia and to the Caucasus, they proved themselves to be able front-line troops. This is the first English-language book to focus exclusively on the Ottoman infantryman in the First World War. Using a combination of first-hand accounts, period photographs and specially commissioned artwork, it explores the recruitment, training, and combat experiences of these often–neglected warriors.

Contents

  • Introduction-Chronology
  • Recruitment
  • Enlistment • Training • Appearance • Equipment • On Campaign • Belief and Belonging • Experience of Battle • After the Battle • Collecting
  • Museums
  • Re-enactment • Bibliography • Glossary • Index

Paperback; February 2010; 64 pages; ISBN: 9781846035067