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A dramatic story of the Steel Lobsters, Sir Arthur Hesilrige's cavalry regiment, during the English Civil War - the last fully armored knights in England. The battlefield of the 17th century ushered in a new era, with formed muskets and horseback riders wielding pistols gradually replacing the knights and men in armor who dominated European combat. Based on a detailed study of primary sources, Steel Lobsters tells the story of this transition through the history of the last fully armored knights in England. Mike Cole, an award-winning novelist, historian, and veteran, examines the life and times of Sir Arthur Hesilrige and his Regiment, known as "Lobsters," as they were clad in armor. Steel Lobsters covers the full history of England's last knights, from the seeds of their creation in Hesilrige's experience as a young horseman to their final defeat at Roundway Down in July 1643 and the decision to abandon their armor. It provides rich details about weapons, armor, and tactics, but it also covers the human story of Sir Arthur Hesilrige, the men who served under him, and even those who opposed him. The story of this remarkable unit is the story of the end of the heavily armored cavalry, and this book delves into how battles were fought in the 17th century, the personalities, politics, and even the spiritual beliefs of the fighters, how they fought, and why they were ultimately defeated.
Manufacturer
- Author
- Myke Cole
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing
- Skroutz Book Awards 2025
- -
- Type
- General History
- Theme
- World History, Historical Archives, History of Europe
- Time Period
- Middle Ages
- Language
- English
- Subtitle
- -
- Cover
- Hardcover
- Number of Pages
- 272
- Release Date
- -
- Publication Date
- 2024
- Dimensions
- 16.3x24.1 cm
- ISBN-13
- 9781472863584
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