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The Story of the British Army

Chapter 3: LIST OF MAPS, PLANS, AND ILLUSTRATIONS
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This work chronicles the evolution of the British Army from its early formations to its modern structure. It explores various historical phases, including the army of the people, the nobility, and significant conflicts such as the Civil War and the Peninsular War. The narrative highlights the development of military organization, tactics, and the impact of key figures and battles throughout British history. It also examines the army's role in colonial endeavors and its transformation in response to changing political landscapes. The text is supplemented with maps, illustrations, and appendices detailing regimental histories and notable campaigns.

LEADERS
  PAGE
Field-Marshal Viscount Wolseley, K.P., G.C.B., G.C.M.G., etc. Frontispiece
The Duke of Marlborough (from an old print) 73
The Duke of Wellington 209
ARMOUR
Norman (from the Bayeux Tapestry) 10
Plate Armour, circa 1500 23
Plate Armour at Barnet, 1471 29
Half Armour, 1640 35
UNIFORMS
Private Soldier, 14th Regiment, 1712 72
Private Soldier, 24th Regiment, 1751 104
Private Soldier, 14th Regiment, 1792 126
Private Soldier, 20th Regiment, 1812 200
Private Soldier, 24th Regiment, 1840 239
Officer, Light Company, 20th Regiment, 1853 260
Private Soldier, 14th Regiment, 1864 322
Private Soldier, 24th Regiment, 1879 370
BATTLES
The Lines of Battle at Barnet, 1471 32
The Lines of Battle at Naseby, 1645 43
The Lines of Battle at Blenheim, 1704 77
The Lines of Battle at Waterloo, 1815 228
The Lines of Battle at Tel el Kebir, 1882 383
GENERAL MAPS
England and Wales 5
Hastings 7
Quebec 111
Spanish Peninsula 173
Salamanca 198
Belgium and Waterloo 208
Crimea 250
India 266
ARMS
Muskets, etc. 125
Field Artillery 38
Spears and Swords 231