New Model Army

Question 1

When was the new model army introduced?

Answer 1

1645

Question 2

How was the new model army different to the middle ages army?

Answer 2

• Those with military experience had command, no feudal system.
• Soldiers payed more, 8 pence a day
• Conscription and commissioners of array used to recruit, instead of assize of arms and feudal summons.
• Soldiers recruited from all over the country.
• Set uniform, russet coat.
• Soldiers continued training during peacetime

Question 3

What factors caused changes in recruitment of soldiers?

Answer 3

• Development of musket required discipline of soldiers to move in square formations, drill training needed.
• Standing army introduced, recruitment changed to conscription.