Warfare - Case Studies Flashcards
What stopped the English cavalry charges at the battle of Falkirk?
The Scottish infantry forming schiltron formations
What defeated the Scottish schiltrons at the battle of Falkirk?
English Longbowmen firing at them
What is a schiltron formation?
Infantry gathering in a large circle with pikes on the outside.
What was the role of Willian Wallace at the battle of Falkirk?
Wallace’s use of pikes and choice of position was good. But he failed to defend his flanks or use his cavalry and archers effectively.
What was the role of Edward I at the battle of Falkirk?
His use of the longbows was the turning point of the battle. His bold decision to attack Wallace meant Wallace had to fight in a position where his flanks were undefended.
What was the battlefield like at the battle of Agincourt?
Ploughed land that was wet and contained heavy clay.
Where were the english archers positioned at the battle of Agincourt?
Into the woods, to the side of the battlefield.
How were the longbows used at the battle of Agincourt?
They fired at the flanks of the french cavalry causing the charge to fail.
What was the role of Henry V at the battle of Agincourt?
Choice of position and use of longbows gave the English a decisive victory
Why was the parliament cavalry effective at the battle of Naseby?
Normally, after a charge cavalry would chase after the broken troops, but the cavalry was able to quickly regroup for another charge.
What was the role of Oliver Cromwell at the battle of Naseby?
His leadership on the east wing of the battle and the cavalry attack on the centre was vital in the pivotal moments in the battle
