This book gives a detailed and authentic account of the life and experiences of French warship crews from the French Revolutionary Wars (1792-1802) up to Trafalgar. It describes the recruitment and composition of crews, the different duties performed and the living conditions they had to endure at sea. Their experiences of fighting the British are covered in depth; from preparing the ship for action, to the violent discharges of heavy calibre guns, the often gruesome realities of sea warfare are revealed through pictures and contemporary testimonies.
Published | May 08 2005 |
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Format | Paperback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 64 |
ISBN | 9781841767451 |
Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
Illustrations | 43 b/w; 8 col |
Dimensions | 248 x 184 mm |
Series | Warrior |
Short code | WAR 97 |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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