Gentles, Ian

The New Model Army: Agent of Revolution

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ISBN 13:: 9780300226836
author:: Gentles, Ian
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Yale University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2022
Pages:: 400
Dimensions:: 2.4 x 1.6 centimeters (0.72 kg)
Genre:: History, Military History, General,
Condition:: New
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The New Model Army: A Revolutionary Force Formed in 1645, the New Model Army was one of the most formidable fighting forces ever assembled. Its role in the English Revolution is well-documented, but its true nature has long been debated. This authoritative history by Ian Gentles explores the full scope of the army, examining how it engineered regicide, pioneered innovative military tactics, and helped to keep power until its eventual restoration. The New Model Army's successes can be attributed to a combination of brilliant battlefield maneuvering and logistical prowess. However, it was also marked by radical political ideas and dissenting religious beliefs among its ranks. Gentles delves into the vital role that religion played in building morale and military effectiveness, shedding new light on this pivotal moment in English history. Through meticulous research, Gentles reconstructs the complex story of the New Model Army, revealing a force that was both instrumental in shaping the course of the Revolution and ultimately restored to power.

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