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The birth of modern military structure. Gustavus Adolphus lead troops to The Battle of Breitenfeld in 1631. The fire power and tactics of the highly trained Swedes overwhelmed the Saxons.
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Available for over a year
The birth of modern military structure. Gustavus Adolphus lead troops to The Battle of Breitenfeld in 1631. The fire power and tactics of the highly trained Swedes overwhelmed the Saxons.
Programme Website