HIST 2040 Study Guide - Final Guide: Arquebus, Social Darwinism, Anger

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Revolutionairy changes in regards to the way war was waged, the tactics and new standards of performance were beginning to be implemented. Uniforms became a thing, leading to a sense of nationalism. Training and punishment: new training regimes coupled with punishment to make an efficient soldier ex. Hangings to ensure that soldiers would not leave the army. Growing armies and growing control over armies states who have an organized army capable on taking on anyone in their path. Example from the journal article: officers had to be careful in recruiting and provide proper training to maintain efficiency and order. Two groups would meet in a field, not allowed to shoot officers, known as. No soldiers could leave the battlefield and battle could be called off due to inclement weather. Citizens could watch*, and expected to surrender honorably if losing. In your conclusion, offer a possible option for the reducing the numbers of child soldiers in the next 20 years.