New Model Army Flashcards
When was new model army created?
Feb 1645
Who was the New model army created by and why?
Parliament created the New model army as it felt a professional army would be succesful against King Charles’ army.
What was new about the New Model Army that the roundheads didn’t have before?
The New Model Armyhad horses for surprise and speed
What were some features of the New Model Army
-The New Model Army was based on a persons skill and not their social status
-Heavily armed cavalry
-They had full protection
Why was the New Model Army a turning point in the Civil War
Members of the new model army recieved proper military training and by the time they went into battle they were very well disciplined.
Why did parliament need a New model army?
The new model army was introduced in 1645. Meaning that parliament had single cohesive and highly organised army. It became an efficient fighting force and won important battles.
Why were the new model army rules so stritc?
Regular drill training and discipline made the new model army more manoeuvrable or more easier to control, than the royalists.
What day was the trial of Charles
Saturday, 20 th january 1649
What was Charles being charged for?
He traitorously waged a war against parliament and the people, renewing the war again in 1648. Thus responsible for treasons murders, damage and desolation .
