A gripping account of the medieval soldier's life during the Wars of the Roses.
What was it like to face the grim reality of medieval combat? This study delves into the lives of soldiers during the Wars of the Roses, drawing on eyewitness accounts to paint a vivid picture of 15th-century conflict. From captains to commoners, explore their training, weaponry, and the brutal realities of battle.
Uncover the human stories behind the clash of armies. Discover the impact of warfare on individuals and society, and explore the strategies and tactics employed in this tumultuous period of English history. Supported by contemporary illustrations, diagrams, and evidence from the Towton mass grave, this is a compelling exploration of a pivotal era. Perfect for readers interested in military history, medieval England, and the Wars of the Roses.
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Andrew Boardman has written extensively on English military history, his previous books include The Battle of Towton, The Medieval Soldier in the Wars of the Roses, and Hotspur and the Battle of Shrewsbury. He regularly lectures on the battles of the Wars of the Roses and is co-editor of the journal Battlefield. He lives in Wakefield.
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Paperback. Condition: New. 'An essential part of the library for anyone interested in the great political and military upheavals in the 15th century.' - Graeme Rimer, Retired Former Academic Director of the Royal Armouries'A creditable effort to examine a neglected aspect of medieval warfare.' - Jim Bradbury, Cambridge University Press'Everything you need to know about being a soldier in the Wars of the Roses.' - The Mail BookshopWhat was it like to fight in a Wars of the Roses battle? What kind of men fought at St Albans, Northampton, Wakefield, Towton, Tewkesbury and Bosworth? How was the medieval soldier recruited, paid, equipped, fed and billeted? And how was a battle contested once both sides resorted to all-out conflict?First published in 1998, this classic study of the medieval soldier in the Wars of the Roses examines these and other questions using various documentary sources and recent evidence. Eyewitness accounts, contemporary chronicles, personal letters, civic records, archaeology and surviving military equipment are used to paint a fascinating picture of the medieval soldier. Evidence gleaned from the mass war grave found close to the battlefield of Towton in North Yorkshire sheds new light on those that lived and died in the civil wars. But what do we know about the psychology of those involved? And how did soldiers feel about killing their fellow Englishmen?Andrew Boardman explores the grim reality of medieval soldiering on land and sea during this crucial period of aristocratic violence and dynastic upheaval. He makes us question the current historical record, such as it is, and our perceptions of chivalry and warfare in Lancastrian and Yorkist England. The text is supported by many contemporary illustrations, diagrams and maps, making this updated work an indispensable guide to medieval soldiering in the late fifteenth century. Seller Inventory # LU-9781803990316
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Paperback. Condition: New. 'An essential part of the library for anyone interested in the great political and military upheavals in the 15th century.' - Graeme Rimer, Retired Former Academic Director of the Royal Armouries'A creditable effort to examine a neglected aspect of medieval warfare.' - Jim Bradbury, Cambridge University Press'Everything you need to know about being a soldier in the Wars of the Roses.' - The Mail BookshopWhat was it like to fight in a Wars of the Roses battle? What kind of men fought at St Albans, Northampton, Wakefield, Towton, Tewkesbury and Bosworth? How was the medieval soldier recruited, paid, equipped, fed and billeted? And how was a battle contested once both sides resorted to all-out conflict?First published in 1998, this classic study of the medieval soldier in the Wars of the Roses examines these and other questions using various documentary sources and recent evidence. Eyewitness accounts, contemporary chronicles, personal letters, civic records, archaeology and surviving military equipment are used to paint a fascinating picture of the medieval soldier. Evidence gleaned from the mass war grave found close to the battlefield of Towton in North Yorkshire sheds new light on those that lived and died in the civil wars. But what do we know about the psychology of those involved? And how did soldiers feel about killing their fellow Englishmen?Andrew Boardman explores the grim reality of medieval soldiering on land and sea during this crucial period of aristocratic violence and dynastic upheaval. He makes us question the current historical record, such as it is, and our perceptions of chivalry and warfare in Lancastrian and Yorkist England. The text is supported by many contemporary illustrations, diagrams and maps, making this updated work an indispensable guide to medieval soldiering in the late fifteenth century. Seller Inventory # LU-9781803990316
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Everything you need to know about being a soldier in the Wars of the Roses. What did a Wars of the Roses battle look like and how was it fought once both sides resorted to all-out conflict? How did soldiers feel about killing fellow Englishmen? This study of the medieval soldier examines these and other questions using a variety of documentary sources. Eyewitness accounts of the men who fought as captains, archers, artillerymen, billmen, men-at-arms and cavalry - both in England and abroad - are used to paint a picture of 15th-century conflict in all its confusion and violence. Evidence gleaned from the recently discovered mass grave close to the battlefield at Towton in North Yorkshire sheds additional light on the kind of men who fought in the Wars of the Roses, and the text is supported by contemporary illustrations and diagrams. AUTHOR: Andrew Boardman has written extensively on English military history, his previous books include The Battle of Towton, The Medieval Soldier in the Wars of the Roses, and Hotspur and the Battle of Shrewsbury. He regularly lectures on the battles of the Wars of the Roses and is co-editor of the journal Battlefield. He lives in Wakefield. 80 b/w illustrations Everything you need to know about being a soldier in the Wars of the Roses Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781803990316
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