Special Operations in the Age of Chivalry, 1100-1550 (Warfare in History)
2007·248 pages
A historical analysis of medieval special operations, covering espionage and covert warfare from 1100-1550.
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A historical analysis of medieval special operations, covering espionage and covert warfare from 1100-1550.
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"Alongside the familiar pitched battles, regular sieges, and large-scale manoeuvers, medieval and early modern wars also involved assassination, abduction, treason, and sabotage. These undercover operations were aimed chiefly against key individuals, mostly royalty or the leaders of the opposing army, and against strategic fortified places, including bridges, mills and dams. Because of their clandestine nature, and the consequent scarcity of contemporary records, covert operations have not previ...
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will contain mild spoilers
Romance & sex
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No sexual content depicted.
Violence & gore
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Frequent descriptions of assassinations, battles, and covert violence; graphic details likely.
Profanity
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No evidence of profanity or strong language.
Substance use
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No evidence of substance use depicted.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No evidence of LGBTQIA+ representation.
Religious content
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Minor references to religious contexts in medieval warfare.
Magic & witchcraft
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No evidence of witchcraft or occult themes.
Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Recurring focus on medieval politics and power struggles in warfare.
Self-harm / suicide
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No evidence of self-harm or suicide themes.
Abuse & suffering
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Descriptions of systemic suffering and cruelty in medieval warfare contexts.
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