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.