The nature of warfare - The development of a standing army Flashcards
1
Q
What is a standing army?
A
A permanent, professional army
2
Q
Why did England not have a standing army before the civil wars?
A
Because it was very expensive and parliament feared that it would make the king too powerful
3
Q
When was the first standing army created, what was it called and why was it created?
A
The New Model Army was created in 1645 by parliamentarians to help them in the civil war
4
Q
When did parliament agree to formalize a standing army?
A
1775
