KNYGA Nick Mansfield Soldiers as Citizens

Discover the groundbreaking work of Nick Mansfield in Soldiers as Citizens, published by Liverpool University Press in 2019. This hardback edition spans 264 pages and offers a unique exploration of the British army, intertwining labor, political, and military history. Mansfield delves into the political lives of nineteenth-century rank-and-file soldiers, providing a rich context of the evolving working-class culture during this pivotal era. By examining significant radical and socialist movements, as well as the impact of working-class conservatism, Soldiers as Citizens presents a comprehensive analysis that sheds light on the complex relationship between soldiers and their societal roles. This insightful book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, sociology, and the social dynamics of the United Kingdom.