Janet MacDonald Knihy

This is the first modern study of the process of naval provisioning. It explodes many myths about shipboard food and drink and shows how the sailor's diet was better than he was likely to enjoy ashore.

Full-length biography of one of the most remarkable British soldiers of the Napoleonic era

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The book explores the logistics of supply during World War II, detailing the processes involved in selecting, ordering, and delivering essential items to soldiers at the front. It examines the production methods and the challenges faced in ensuring that troops received the necessary equipment and supplies. Through a combination of historical analysis and firsthand accounts, it sheds light on the often-overlooked aspects of wartime logistics and the critical role they played in supporting military operations.

This is the handbook for the starter cook ingredients and techniques are listed alphabetically for quick and easy reference everything from Apples to Zesting.

Detailed, scholarly history of how the British army was supplied during the First World War

What's it really like living and working in London? Not surprisingly there's a lot more to life than bobbies, beefeaters and busbys! Inside you'll discover: -- How to get acquainted with London -- How to avoid and overcome problems on arrival -- How to choose the best area in which to live -- How to find a job with a good salary -- How to make the best use of public transportation -- How to find a home to rent or buy -- How to obtain the best health treatment -- How to find the best education and schools -- How to find the best shopping bargains -- How to make the most of your leisure time

Fascinating and entertaining study of British Army catering and supply from the Napoleonic Wars to the present. With more than 20 recipes for the reader to try at home, including Gurkha chicken pilau, game pie and claret cup.

The book delves into the Royal Navy's Victualling Board, highlighting its critical role in supplying the fleet. It explores the organizational structure, operations, and challenges faced by the board in ensuring that naval personnel were adequately provisioned. Through detailed analysis, the author reveals the complexities of logistics and the impact of the Victualling Board on naval efficiency and readiness throughout its history.

Comprehensive history of the horse in the British army from the eighteenth century to the twentieth