FRONTIER SOLDIERS OF NEW FRANCE VOLUME 2: Campaign Clothing, Armament, and Equipment of the Colonial Troops in North America (1683-1760)

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Explores the evolution of the French colonial troops' campaign attire and equipment adapted for North America's demanding climate and terrain, integrating European military methods with practical adjustments for wilderness warfare. Focuses on the material culture of the 'Compagnies franches de la Marine' in New France from 1683 to 1760, examining their specific campaign clothing, arms, and equipment. Highlights their adaptation to the local environment and interactions with Native American cultures, including the adoption of items such as breechcloths, leggings, toboggans, snowshoes, moccasins, scalping knives, and tomahawks. Contains 133 black and white illustrations, 8 black and white photos, 85 color illustrations, 130 color photos, 2 color maps, 6 tables, and 3 graphs.