German Imperial Army

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All of our German units in one place at a reduced price! This item contain the following sets: German Personalities German Mounted Command German Heavy Cavalry German Reiters with Pistols German Reiters with Carbines German Mounted Crossbowmen German Demilancers German Cuirassiers German Foot Command German Zweihanders German Pikemen and Halberdiers German Arquebusiers German Crossbowmen Artillery Crew Artillery Pieces The 15th and 16th centuries were marked by significant historical events, including the rise of the Holy Roman Empire, religious conflicts, and shifting alliances. The German Imperial Army played a pivotal role during this period of territorial disputes, political intrigue, and military innovation. Battles and Wars: Italian Wars (1494-1559): The German Imperial Army, serving under the Holy Roman Empire, participated in the Italian Wars, a series of conflicts involving multiple European powers. They engaged in battles such as the Battle of Pavia (1525).Reformation and Religious Wars: The Reformation and subsequent religious conflicts in Europe, such as the Schmalkaldic War (1546-1547), saw the German Imperial Army in action as religious and political factions clashed.Tactics and Strategies: The German Imperial Army employed a range of tactics and strategies suited to their versatile composition. Their tactics involved: Pikemen and Infantry: Infantry units, armed with pikes, halberds, and swords, provided a solid defensive formation and engaged in close combat.Cavalry Charges: Cavalry units were used to create shock on the battlefield, often charging enemy lines to disrupt formations and create chaos.Combined Arms: The army was known for its combined arms approach, with infantry, cavalry, and artillery units working together for maximum effectiveness.Siege Warfare: The German Imperial Army engaged in siege warfare, utilizing cannons and artillery to breach enemy fortifications and conquer fortified positions. Sculpted by the incomparable Erramir Orlan of Peculiar Companions. Printing at 100% resolution will yield a 28mm miniature. Prints at 105% are slightly more in scale with Perry Miniatures and 110% prints will be in a compatible scale with Warhammer Fantasy miniatures.