Movie Description

The 95th Rifles 1809 - 1812

The 95th Rifles 1809 - 1812

(2015)

Overview

95th Rifles 1809 to Salamanca is the second DVD in 95th Rifles trilogy of films and part of The Peninsular Collection from BHTV . The DVD explores the history of the 95th Rifles, who were masters of the battlefield and particularly skilled in skirmishing. Held in high esteem by the French and Allies alike, they played a momentous role in the outcome of the Peninsular War. Following the events set out in the Salamanca DVD, this film serves as a prequel to explain the years leading up to the Battle of Salamanca, starting with the aftermath of Sir John Moore’s retreat to La Corunna in the winter of 1808/1809.

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Facts

Original TitleThe 95th Rifles 1809 - 1812

Status Released

Release Information

  • 2015-09-28

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 30m

Production CompaniesBattlefield History TV

Genres

  • Documentary
  • History
  • War