Mercenaries of the 100 Year War - Stuff That I Find Interesting

The video discusses the use of mercenaries in Europe, highlighting their destructive impact during peacetime. It explains the French efforts to establish a professional standing army, which was revolutionary at the time, and contrasts this with England's slower adoption of a similar system. The French reforms included new taxes and recruitment strategies, paving the way for a centralized state. In England, the creation of a standing army was controversial and linked to fears of authoritarianism.

What actions did mercenaries take during times of peace according to the text?

What was the role of Rodrigo Deepen and Rondo in the context of mercenaries?

Describe the significance of the professional army created by the French during the mid-15th century.

What strategies did the French employ to recruit soldiers for their army?

How did the English perceive the creation of a standing army during the Glorious Revolution?