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  • Condottiere 1300–1500

    Infamous medieval mercenaries

    by David Murphy ...
    Series Book 115 - Warrior
    Originally contracted by wealthy Italian city states to protect their assets during a time of ceaseless warring, many condottieri of the Italian peninsula became famous for their wealth, venality and amorality during the 14th and 15th centuries.Some even came to rule cities themselves. Lavishly illustrated with contemporary depictions and original artwork, this title examines the complex military ... Read more

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  • Condottiere 1300–1500

    Infamous medieval mercenaries

    by David Murphy ...
    Series Book 115 - Warrior
    Originally contracted by wealthy Italian city states to protect their assets during a time of ceaseless warring, many condottieri of the Italian peninsula became famous for their wealth, venality and amorality during the 14th and 15th centuries. Some even came to rule cities themselves. Lavishly illustrated with contemporary depictions and original artwork, this title examines the complex military ... Read more

    $17.99 CAD

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