There has probably never been a single volume with such extensive information on the uniforms and costumes of the European conquest of the Americas. Ian Heath has assembled 247 drawings and other illustrations to depict the native peoples of South America and the eastern parts of North America as well as Spanish, English, French and even German adventurers and explorers. The accompanying text also offers a clear account of the rise and development of the various European colonies. Includes extensive bibliography.

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Introduction
• Contents
• The Caribbean 1492-1603
• Mesoamerica c.1450-1600
• South America 1500-1600
• North America 1497-1608
• Spanish America 1492-1600
• Bibliography