Soldiers of Gloucestershire in 100 Objects

The Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum in the citys historic docks contains a unique collection of objects spanning the centuries. In this book, the museums director, Chris Chatterton, has selected 100 key objects and describes their place in the military history of the county and country. From uniforms worn in battle against Napoleon and beautiful paintings of the Indian Raj, to the Glosters famous role in Korea, this richly illustrated book tells the fascinating stories behind the objects and sheds a unique light on the past. This is a perfect introduction to the proud and important history of Gloucestershires soldiers. See more