In 1912, the Balkan states formed an alliance in an effort to break free from the crumbling Ottoman Empire. Forming an army of some 645,000 troops from Greece, Bulgaria, Serbia and Montenego, they took on a force of 400,000 Turkish soldiers. Both sides were equipped with the latest weapons technology. This book looks at the diverse and sometimes colourful uniforms worn by both sides, paying special attention to insignia, weapons and equipment. It also gives an overview of the campaigns that became a 'priming pan' of World War I.
By:
Philip Jowett
Illustrated by:
Stephen Walsh
Imprint: Osprey Publishing
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: No. 466
Dimensions:
Height: 248mm,
Width: 184mm,
Spine: 5mm
Weight: 172g
ISBN: 9781849084185
ISBN 10: 1849084181
Series: Men-at-Arms
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 20 May 2012
Audience:
General/trade
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Professional and scholarly
,
ELT Advanced
,
Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Historical Introduction /Chronology /Armies of the Balkan League: Greece, Bulgaria, Montenegro /Armies of the Ottoman Army /Romanian Army /Irregulars and Volunteers: Albanians, Macedonians, Turkish, Italians /Weaponry /Aerial Warfare: balloons and the first combat use of aircraft
Reviews for Armies of the Balkan Wars 1912–13: The priming charge for the Great War
Very highly recommended -- Military Modelcraft International
