The Evolution of Weaponry in Europe. From Viking Campaigns to the Napoleonic Wars

The book by the renowned scholar Jack Coggins presents a detailed overview of the evolution of weaponry in Europe. The study includes the history of the development of weapons, uniforms, and the classification of military ranks characteristic of leading world powers. The application of various types of weapons is examined through the examples of battles fought by the Vikings, Spanish, British, Swedes, and French. A complete picture of the development of military affairs in Europe emerges, one important stage of which was the advent of firearms.