Italian Medieval Armies 1000-1300

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Italian Medieval Armies 1000-1300

Italian Medieval Armies 1000-1300

Name: Italian Medieval Armies 1000-1300
ISBN: 9781841763224

David Nicolle, Angus McBride

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As early as the 11th century, Italian warfare was developing along lines which were unique in medieval Europe. This fragmented, cosmopolitan region, increasingly rich from international trade, saw the rise of independent cities able to fund armies of urban militia, sometimes defying the traditional feudal aristocracy. Against this background regional powers - the Normans, the Papacy, the German Emperors, the Angevins and Aragonese - manoeuvred for advantage. This engrossing account of the armies of northern and southern Italy - their organisation, command structure, strategy, tactics and fortifications - is illustrated with rare manuscript images, diagrams of fortifications, and eight striking colour plates showing armour and weapons of all types.

Categories:

History - Military History

Year:

2002

Publisher:

Osprey Publishing

Language:

english

Pages:

ISBN 10:

1841763225

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