INTRODUCTION TO Battle Orders

Battle Orders studies the organisation, actions and strength of a major unit in battle, describing elements of doctrine, training, tactics, equipment and deployment. Breaking down military units into their constituent parts it reveals how individual fighting strength, combat missions and command decisions determine the course of major battles and wars. Developed by a team of military professionals, academics, and strategists, Battle Orders contain detailed orders of battle, tables of organisation and equipment, maps, charts and contemporary photographs, making it ideal for historians, armchair generals, wargamers and military enthusiasts.

Battle Orders BLOG

The Greatest Military quotes?

Recently, with one of my typical flights of fancy, I started to ponder on some of the military sayings and quotes that have achieved fame throughout history. My personal favourites are: "The sun will never set on the British Empire – God does not trust the English in the dark" – Anon

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Osprey and 'Gentlemen of the Road'

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Good on ya Osprey!

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Explore Osprey's digital map archive. There are currently over 2,000 zoomable and printable detailed battle and campaign maps from past, present and future titles. To see the map of the week click on the map above.