Chinese Warlord Armies 1911-1930 Osprey Men At Arms No 463 Used Softcover Reference Book

Chinese Warlord Armies 1911-1930, Osprey Men-at-Arms No. 463, is a used softcover reference book that examines the military forces active in China during the Warlord Era. Covering the period from the fall of the Qing Dynasty to the consolidation of Nationalist rule, the book details the structure, uniforms, equipment, and organization of the various regional armies that vied for control. The author provides historical context for the fragmentation of central authority and the rise of provincial military leaders, commonly known as warlords. Illustrated with color plates, photographs, and maps, the volume outlines the diversity of uniforms and insignia adopted across regions and highlights their foreign influences. This reference is part of Osprey’s Men-at-Arms series, which is recognized for its concise military histories and uniform studies. It serves as a resource for researchers, collectors, and historians interested in early 20th-century Chinese military history. Softcover, used condition.  Total of 48 pages.