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Castagnaro 1387 - Hawkwood's Great Victory

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Campaign Series - Middle Ages (500 to 1500 A.D.)

MSRP old price: $25.00


Product Info

Title
Castagnaro 1387 - Hawkwood's Great Victory
Publisher
Category
Publish Year
2019
Pages
96
Dimensions
5.5x7x.25"
NKG Part #
2147760508
MFG. Part #
OSPCAM337
Type
Softcover
Series
CAM337

Description

The battle of Castagnaro, fought on 11 March 1387 between the Veronese and the Paduans, is one of the most famous Italian medieval conflicts in the English-speaking world. This is thanks in no small part to the exploits of the renowned English mercenary (or condottiero) captain, Sir John Hawkwood. Commanding the Paduan army, he led them to a stunning victory.

This new study challenges the conventional story of the battle, relocating it to the other side of the Adige River, and showing that Hawkwood was no mere disciple of his previous commander, the Black Prince-he was a highly talented and intelligent general in his own right. Using specially commissioned full-color artwork, this fascinating book shows how Hawkwood used his own acumen, and the training, skills, and discipline of his very experienced condottieri, to defeat his opponents at Castagnaro.