WARS AND SOLDIERS IN THE EARLY REIGN OF LOUIS XIV: Volume 9 -- The Swedish Army, 1655-1690

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Examines how Sweden emerged as one of Europe's foremost military powers, achieving a level of influence and battlefield effectiveness that belied its limited population and economic resources. Looks at how this was sustained through decades of almost continuous warfare. Centers the analysis around organization, structure, and material culture of the Swedish army. Explores recruitment systems, regimental organization, command structures, and the practical realities of maintaining armies in the field, demonstrating that Sweden's success rested on a coherent and innovative military system fully comparable to those of France or the Dutch Republic. Contains detailed color plates depicting infantry, cavalry, dragoons, artillery, and household troops, alongside uniforms, equipment, standards, guidons, and regimental colors. Contains 32 color plates, 119 black and white illustrations, 41 black and white photos, 9 black and white maps, and 2 figures.