The Medieval Archer - Jim Bradbury

The Medieval Archer by Jim Bradbury is a focused study of the archer and his weapon from the eleventh through the fifteenth century. Bradbury examines the tactical role archers played in shaping the outcome of major medieval battles, while also exploring their social position within medieval armies and society more broadly.

Covering the rise of the longbow and its impact on medieval warfare, this work situates the archer within the broader tactical shifts of the period, complementing scholarship on infantry and cavalry roles during the same era. Bradbury draws on period sources to build a clear picture of how archery reshaped battlefield outcomes across several centuries of conflict.

An essential reference for students of medieval military history and anyone interested in the tactical significance of the longbow and the archers who wielded it.

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