GUSTAVUS v WALLENSTEIN: Military Revolution, Rivalry and Tragedy in the Thirty Years War

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Describes the conflict, personal rivalry, and contrast in personality, generalship, and command between the two iconic commanders in the Thirty Years War, King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden and Albrecht von Wallenstein, Duke of Friedland. Details how both commanders represented the 17th-century 'military revolution in action'. Analyzes the contrasting reputations, mistakes, and triumph, as well as both commanders' understanding of the role of the modern state and finance as vital factors in the military revolution and modern warfare. Contains 16 black and white illustrations and maps.