Osprey Elite 149 : The Scottish Jacobite Army 1745-1746

One of the most celebrated moments in Scottish history, the Jacobite Rising of 1745 is often romanticized. Drawing on the work of historians and a wide range of contemporary sources, Culloden expert Stuart Reid strips away the myths surrounding the events of the campaign, revealing some of the lesser known and fascinating truths about the Rising. Illustrated with contemporary sketches and meticulous full-colour reconstructions of dress and equipment, the raising of Prince Charles Edward Stuart's army is examined in detail from its organization in regiments and their command system, to its weapons, tactical strengths and weaknesses. Text by Stuart Reid with illustrations by Gary Zaboly.

Contents

• Historical Background
• The Context : Development of Scottish Military Institutions
• Recruitment 1745
  Genuine Volunteers
  Conscripts
  Highland Clan System
  Lowland Recruitment
  Mercenaries
  'Turned' Prisoners of War
• Organization
  Integration of Semi-Feudal Groups into Larger Units
• Cavalry
• The French Contingent
• Weapons, Other Equipment, and Fighting Tactics
• The Aftermath
  Prisoner Recruitment into British Army
• The Plates (Clothing and Uniforms)