American Loyalist Troops 1775–84

by Chartrand, René; Embleton, Gerry; Embleton, Samuel

• ISBN13: 9781846033148
• ISBN10: 1846033144
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-09-23
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing

Summary

To mark the 450th book in the Men-at-Arms series we return to the subject of the very first book in the series, which was published nearly 35 years ago. Author of 27 other Men-at-Arms titles Ren¿ Chartrand uses newly discovered material to offer a more modern analysis of the American Provincial Corps in this book, American Loyalist Troops. Packed with new photographs, completely new and up-to-date text and illustrations from Gerry Embleton (the much-loved illustrator of over 60 Osprey titles) this book examines the history of the American volunteers who fought on the side of King George in the American Revolutionary War. In total something between 30,000 and 50,000 of these "Tories" served in dozens of units, on all fronts from Canada to Florida, and many regiments distinguished themselves in battle. After the final British defeat the survivors and their families withdrew, many into Canada, where they continued to provide a loyal militia to defend the Crown territory. This book will provide updated and comprehensive information on unit identities, commanders, strengths, areas of enlistment, combat record, tactics, uniforms and equipment.

Author Biography

Ren? Chartrand was born in Montreal and educated in Canada, the United States and the Bahamas. A senior curator with Canada's National Historic Sites for nearly three decades, he is now a freelance writer and historical consultant. He has written numerous articles and books including over 30 Osprey titles. The author lives in Gatineau, Quebec.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 3
Loyalist Participation in Major Actions	p. 7
Unit Histories	p. 9
The 13 Colonies
Canada
Nova Scotia, Island of St. John & Newfoundland
East & West Florida
West Indies & Central America
Loyal Volunteer Militias	p. 36
Aftermath	p. 38
Select Bibliography	p. 39
Plate Commentaries	p. 41
Uniforms: the American command - the Canadian command
The Plates
Index	p. 48
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