European Medieval Tactics (1): The Fall and Rise of Cavalry 450–1260: 185 (Elite) - Tapa blanda

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Nicolle, Dr David

 
9781849085038: European Medieval Tactics (1): The Fall and Rise of Cavalry 450–1260: 185 (Elite)
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ISBN 10: 184908503X ISBN 13: 9781849085038
Editorial: Osprey Publishing, 2011

Sinopsis

After the fall of the Western Roman Empire there was a decline in 'professional' cavalry forces, and infantry dominated in the Germanic successor 'barbarian' kingdoms.

In the Carolingian and Norman periods from the 9th to the 11th centuries, the cavalry arm gradually expanded from the small remaining aristocratic elite. Even so, the supposedly complete dominance of the 'knight' in the 12th and 13th centuries is grossly exaggerated, as integrated cavalry and infantry tactics were nearly always the key to success. This is a two-part treatment of medieval tactics. Throughout the period there was a steady evolution of training in both individual and unit skills, of armour and weapons, and thus of tactics on the battlefield.

This book covers Hastings in 1066 to Legnano in 1176. It also details the two key set piece battles of Bouvines in 1214 and Pelagonia in 1259, the former an example of abject failure of cavalry tactics and the latter a stunning success.

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David Nicolle is Visiting Research Fellow at the Institute of Medieval Studies, Nottingham University. He is the author of numerous books on aspects of medieval military history, including many for Osprey.

Adam Hook studied graphic design, and began his work as an illustrator in 1983. He specializes in detailed historical reconstructions, and has illustrated Osprey titles on subjects as diverse as the Aztecs, the Ancient Greeks, Roman battle tactics, 19th-century American subjects, the modern Chinese Army, and the history of fortification. His work features in exhibitions and publications throughout the world.

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Editorial
Osprey Publishing
Año de publicación
2011
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
184908503X
ISBN 13 
9781849085038
Encuadernación
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Ilustrador
Hook Adam
Número de páginas
64
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