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Begunova, A Povsednevnaia Zhizn` Russkogo Gusara v Tsarstvovanie Aleksandra I
[ The Everyday life of a Russian hussar in the reign of Aleksandr the First]
Moscow: Molodaia Gvardiia, 2000
383 p. [1]
Serie: Zhivaia Istoriia: Povsednevnaia Zhizn` Chelovechestva
Hardcover. 13 x 20 cm
ISBN: 5235024001
Language: RussianWhat was the everyday life of Russian Hussars in 1801-1825, the so called "Golden Age" of Russian cavalry? Four wars fall in this period, including the Patriotic War of 1812. This book, based on documents from Russian archives, describes the social structure of this regiment, its traditions, ranks, uniforms and arms, its training, code of behavior, main battles, military achievements and losses. Black and white illustrations.
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