Category Archives: Military

Blame the equipment?

One thing I’ve learned in studying military history: be skeptical when you hear someone lost a battle because of bad equipment.  e.g. you hear a lot about how obsolete the Devastator was and how this lousy plane caused us to … Continue reading

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Understanding the bayonet

If you want an example of how studying the past can tell us things about the present, look no further than the lowly bayonet. Many people question the utility of the bayonet in today’s world.  Sticking a knife on the … Continue reading

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Horse Archers vs Longbow

In making the New Model Legion should I have followed the Mongel Horse Archer Army? I thought about it but the terrain wouldn’t realistically support that many horses. I’m also not buying the idea that any horse bow is better … Continue reading

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