UNIFORMS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: Encyclopedia of Regimental Dress, Weapons, and Equipment 1775-1783 Hardcover – December 28, 2025

This reference work examines Continental Army regiments, British regular forces, German auxiliary troops, light infantry, cavalry units, artillery corps, naval forces, and regimental standards. The content addresses the evolution of military dress from 1775 through 1783, documenting variations between units, changes over time, and adaptations to American conditions.Chapters cover the following areas:Infantry uniforms with specific details on coat construction, facing colors, and equipment arrangements.Material on cavalry addresses mounted forces from multiple nations.Artillery sections document technical uniforms and equipment.Naval chapters examine both ship crews and marine forces.The final chapter catalogs flags and regimental colors.The text includes technical specifications useful for historical reenactment, miniature painting, modeling projects, and academic research. Each section provides measurements, construction details, material descriptions, and notes on historical variations.Content draws from period documentation, surviving artifacts, and scholarly sources. The work acknowledges gaps in historical evidence and areas where interpretations differ among researchers.Intended readers include:Historical reenactorsMiniature paintersWargamersMilitary historiansThose interested in Revolutionary War material culture Read more