Case Studies

The Battle of Naseby (1645)

The Battle of Naseby was a turning point in the Civil War, showcasing the strength of Cromwell’s Ironsides and the New Model Army.

Battle of Naseby, 1645

Civil War - New Model Army (Oliver Cromwell) vs. the Royalist army (Charles I).

Weapons

Both sides used pistols and dragoons.
Cannons seen.
Longbows used far less now.

Composition

New Model Army - Ironsides (Cromwell’s trained cavalry).
Cromwell’s strong leadership.

Recruitment and training

Men aged 16-60 forced to serve in local area, general musters (training and inspection).
Muster Masters – 1573 - trained bands.
1645 - creation of the New Model Army – regular pay, national volunteer army, uniformed red coat.

Experience of civilians

Huge exposure; forced to shelter and requisition.
Propaganda very violent.
Some conscription used.

1Medieval Warfare c.1250-1500

1.1Medieval Warfare & Society

1.1.1Weapons

1.1.2Composition

1.1.3Recruitment & Training

1.1.4Experience of Civilians

1.1.5Case Studies

1.1.6Change in Medieval Warfare

2Early Modern Warfare c.1500-1700

2.1Early Modern Warfare & Society

2.1.1Weapons

2.1.2Composition

2.1.3Recruitment & Training

2.1.4Experience of Civilians

2.1.5Case Studies

2.1.6Change in Early Modern Warfare

3Industrial Warfare c.1700-1900

3.1The Industrial Period & Warfare

3.1.1Weapons

3.1.2Composition

3.1.3Recruitment & Training

3.1.4Experience of Civilians

3.1.5Case Studies

3.1.6Change in Industrial Period Warfare

4Modern Warfare c.1900-present

4.1Modern Warfare & Society

4.1.1Weapons

4.1.2Composition

4.1.3Recruitment & Training

4.1.4Experience of Civilians

4.1.5Case Studies

4.1.6Change in Modern Warfare

5The Historic Environment

5.1London & the Second World War, 1939-45

5.1.1London: A Target

5.1.2Preparations for War

5.1.3The Blitz

5.1.4V1 & V2 Attacks

5.1.5Impact of the Blitz

5.1.6The War Effort

5.1.7The Government

5.1.8The Royal Family

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