Napoleonic infantry tactics can be quite confusing if you’re not familiar with them. In our short video guide, we explain why standing shoulder-to-shoulder and blasting at the enemy was not as stupid as it seems, and how different formations were used to maximise firepower, mobility and defence. All achieved through the miracle of drill. Find out more in the full video: https://youtu.be/cl7ElFROgts | Epic History TV

Infantry Tactics During the American Civil War Infantry tactics during the American Civil War evolved significantly as leaders adapted to new technologies and battlefield realities. Early in the war, units relied heavily on traditional formations like the line and column for maneuvers, but the introduction of rifled muskets and artillery transformed combat. These advancements allowed for greater range and accuracy, leading to higher casualty rates and necessitating more effective tactics. As the

A quick guide to infantry tactics and formations of the Napoleonic period, which first appeared in our video on the Battle of Aspern. In this video we try to explain why lining up shoulder-to-shoulder was not as stupid as it first seems, and how different formations were used to maximise firepower, mobility and defence. All achieved through the miracle of drill. 👕 Buy EHTV t-shirts, hoodies, mugs and stickers here! https://teespring.com/en-GB/stores/epic-history-tv-merch-shop 🎶🎶 Music from Fi

Standby ... Go ...... Combat Infantry Course 18 #Infantry | The Infantry Training Centre

Episode 5 of our short Facebook series, get a look at week 4 of the Combat Infantry Course. If your looking to join the infantry and want to know how training is, then these episodes are for you. The infanteer is someone that knows things that are worth doing aren't always easy! a job role that requires a higher concept of 'team' than any other type of employment. In no other profession are the penalties and risks for poorly trained personnel so appalling or so irrevocable as in the military. Th