1500-1700 warfare Flashcards
1
Q
Changes in recruitment
A
Civil war in 1642-49 both sides wanted to recruit quickly so resorted to conscription(Parliament in 1643,Royalists in 1644)
Increased number of men - not properly trained
Both sides produced propoganda pamphlets
2
Q
Continue in recruitment
A
Sending Commissioners of Array to recruit local men
Equipment was paid for by taxes
3
Q
By 1640s, what % of English infantry were armed with guns?
A
50
4
Q
Expectation for civilians
A
Billeting the troops - civilians were expected to provide the army with accommodation
