Rest Of Early Modern Flashcards
1
Q
What was the new model army and when was it created
A
It was the Parliaments reorganised army in 1645
2
Q
What was the standing army
A
The royalist army made up of people who were still soldiers even in times of peace
3
Q
What was a key change in the composition of the army
A
Soldiers now stayed in the army
4
Q
What type of training was introduced
A
Drill training
5
Q
What was the self denying ordinance
A
It was the idea that soldiers would be promoted due to skill (meritocracy)
6
Q
When was the battle of Naseby
A
1645
7
Q
What big thing did Oliver Cromwell have that won him the war
A
Ironsides (his special cavalry)
8
Q
How were civilians effected during battles
A
They were plundered and looted
