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9781846030772
Originally hired by wealth Italian city states to protect their assets during a time of ceaseless warring, the Condottiere of the Italian peninsula became famous for his wealth, venality and amorality during the 14th century. This book examines the complex military organization, recruitment, training and weaponry of the Condottieri.Murphy, David is the author of 'Condottiere 1300-1500 Infamous Medieval Mercenaries', published 2007 under ISBN 9781846030772 and ISBN 1846030773.
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