The Renaissance at War
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Towards the end of the 15th century modern artillery and portable firearms became the signature weapon of the European West. Military leaders were for the first time able to equip their men with powerful weapons of destruction that changed the whole nature of warfare. It was a time of great change in society too; and the architecture of whole cities was transformed in an effort to keep out the destructive power of the modern cannon. This book follows these far-reaching changes in comprehensive and fascinating detail, setting the stage for the greater changes that were to follow.
Author: Thomas Arnold
Format: Paperback, 240 pages, 129mm x 198mm, 382 g
Published: 2002, Orion Publishing Co, United Kingdom
Genre: Military History
Description
Towards the end of the 15th century modern artillery and portable firearms became the signature weapon of the European West. Military leaders were for the first time able to equip their men with powerful weapons of destruction that changed the whole nature of warfare. It was a time of great change in society too; and the architecture of whole cities was transformed in an effort to keep out the destructive power of the modern cannon. This book follows these far-reaching changes in comprehensive and fascinating detail, setting the stage for the greater changes that were to follow.
The Renaissance at War