Landsknecht Soldier 1486-1560 (Warrior)
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Book Description
The Landsknecht (meaning 'servant of the country') flourished during a key period for military organisation and practice. In the late 15th century, the Holy Roman Emperor, Maximilian I, recruited thousands of mercenaries from Central and Northern Europe, with the aim of creating a reliable source of men for his armies - and the Landsknecht were born. This book reveals the true-life experiences of the Landsknecht soldier, using numerous first-hand accounts. It takes a close look at the recruitment, training, daily life and and careers of these formidable soldiers, and examines in detail their clothing, equipment and weaponry. Many fine, contemporary illustrations, some drawn by Landsknecht themselves, accompany the text.
From the Publisher
Insights into the real lives of history's fighting men, packed with full colour illustrations, highly detailed cutaways, exploded artwork of weaponry and armour, and action-packed battle scenes.
Landsknecht Soldier 1486-1560 (Warrior),John Richards,Gerry Embleton,Osprey Publishing,1841762431,History,History - Military / War,History: World,Medieval,Military - General,Europe,European history: c 1500 to c 1750,European history: c 500 to c 1500,History / Military / General,Mercenaries,Military life & institutions,c 1000 CE to c 1500,c 1500 to c 1600
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