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History of Everything: The Landsknecht German Mercenaries

History of Everything: The Landsknecht German Mercenaries

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History of Everything: The Landsknecht German Mercenaries

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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Mar 31, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Landsknechte, also rendered as Landsknechts or Lansquenets, were Germanic mercenaries used in pike and shot formations during the early modern period. Consisting predominantly of pikemen and supporting foot soldiers, their front line was formed by Doppelsöldner renowned for their use of Zweihänder and arquebus.
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Released:
Mar 31, 2023
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