Chinese Warlord Armies 1911–30

Name: Chinese Warlord Armies 1911–30
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781849084024
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By Philip Jowett

Series: Men-at-Arms

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Chinese Warlord Armies 1911–30 by Philip Jowett delves into the tumultuous period of Chinese history following the fall of the Qing dynasty. It explores the rise of warlords who vied for power between 1911 and 1930, detailing their military strategies, unique armies, and the socio-political landscape of the era. This historical account provides a deep insight into a chaotic yet pivotal moment in China's path towards modernisation.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you are interested in early 20th-century Chinese history and military studies. It delves into the complex era of warlord armies, offering insights into their strategies, leadership, and how they shaped the country's political landscape during a turbulent period.

Chinese Warlord Armies 1911–30

A fascinating study of how powerful, independent armies rose from the ashes of Imperial China

A fascinating study of how powerful, independent armies rose from the ashes of Imperial China

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Defeated in the Sino-Japanese War 1894–95 and the Boxer Rebellion of 1900, Imperial China collapsed into revolution and a republic was proclaimed in 1912.

From the death of the first president in 1916 to the rise of the Nationalist Kuomintang government in 1926, the differing regions of this vast country were ruled by endlessly forming, breaking, and re-forming alliances of regional generals who ruled as 'warlords'. These warlords acted essentially as local kings and, much like Sengoku-period Japan, fewer, larger power blocks emerged, fielding armies hundreds of thousands strong. In the mid to late 1920s, some of these regional warlords.

Chinese Warlord Armies 1911–30 reveals each great warlord as well as the organisation of their forces, which acquired much and very varied weaponry from the West, including the latest French air force bombers. They were also joined by Japanese, White Russian, and some Western soldiers of fortune, which adds even more colour to a fascinating and oft-forgotten period.

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Chinese Warlord Armies 1911–30 by Philip Jowett is praised for its engaging and informative text that provides insights into the organisation and equipment of early 20th-century Chinese warlords. The book is noted for its detailed descriptions of the warlord forces' weaponry and includes rare photographs and beautifully illustrated uniform plates by Stephen Walsh. It offers an overview of the campaigns and the performance of the military units, capturing the unique elements that make Osprey works highly regarded.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781849084024

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 September 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Osprey Publishing

Illustration: 8 col

Contributors:

Illustrated by Stephen Walsh

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 184.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 198g

Pages: 48

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Asian History Education & Reference History & Military Military History Non-Fiction Philip Jowett Series: Men-at-Arms

About the Author

Philip Jowett was born in Leeds in 1961, and has been interested in military history for as long as he can remember. His first Osprey book was the ground-breaking MAA 306, Chinese Civil War Armies 1911–49; he has since published a three-part sequence on The Italian Army 1940–45 (MAA 340, 349 & 353).

Stephen Walsh studied Art at the North East Wales Institute and has worked as a professional illustrator since 1988. Since then he has illustrated a variety of books and games including Settlers of Catan. His projects for Osprey include such diverse subjects as the battle of Otterburn, the Chinese army from 1937 to 1949 and the US Home Front in World War II. He is married with two children and lives in Macclesfield.