The Timeline of Medieval Warfare: The Ultimate Guide to Battle in the Middle Ages

by Phyllis G. Jestice

Crown nabbing. Territorial grabbing. Blood-soaked battles. Saints and sinners. The Middle Ages had it all! Discover one of the most exciting periods in human history in The Timeline of Medieval Warfare. This comprehensive book provides a unique at-a-glance historical overview of the Middle Ages from 774 AD to 1492. From the Vikings and the Crusades, to the Turks and the European Kings, you’ll discover how warfare changed throughout the centuries. Get a unique view of major medieval events in context with what was happening around the world at the time through a fact-packed running timeline on each page, detailing all of the most important events, discoveries, people, and conflicts. Experience some of the world’s greatest battles—the Crusades, the Hundred Years’ War, the Wars of the Roses, and the battle of Hastings—through historical anecdotes and artwork. Learn all about crossbows, armed horsemen, handcannons, gunpowder, warships, and naval fleets, and the effect warfare ultimately had on how history unfolded. Richly illustrated throughout with medieval artwork, tapestries, illustrations, diagrams of military camps, weaponry, and modern photographs of key locations.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

224 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 2009

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[Peter Lyte]

Not sure why this is on my list or rated as I can't remember ever having this book or reading it, let alone listing it on Goodreads. Maybe my account has been hacked? In that case I'll probably look like I'm reading a lot more than I am. Too bad we don't get credit points on Amazon for # of books read. Being hacked could be a plus. (There's always a silver liniing.) (less)