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Medieval Indian Armies (1) - Hindu, Buddhist and Jain (Paperback)
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Medieval Indian Armies (1) - Hindu, Buddhist and Jain (Paperback)
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This fully illustrated study explores the armies of the Hindu,
Buddhist and Jain states within what are now India, Pakistan,
Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal during the period AD 500-1500, as
well as Afghanistan until the early 13th century AD. Following the
emergence of a distinct 'medieval Indian' civilization in the Late
Classical and Early Medieval periods, there was a prolonged
struggle between this civilization and that of the eastern Islamic
world, concluding with the rise of the Mughal Empire at the start
of the 16th century. In this fully illustrated study, David Nicolle
investigates the traditions and enduring conservatism of
non-Islamic medieval Indian warfare, notably evident in recruitment
patterns and the significance of archery and cavalry. The role and
impact of war-elephants, both positive and negative, are also
considered, as well as the influence of climate and weather
(notably the seasonal monsoon) on warfare in this region. As well
as assessing arms and armour - contrasting the advanced technology
and high status of Indian weapons (especially swords) with the
remarkable lack of metallic armour in the region during this period
- the author also explores siege warfare and riverine and naval
warfare in South Asia. This book assesses the contributing factors
identified by those who have sought to explain why the huge wealth
and substantial populations of the traditional non-Islamic Indian
states did not prevent their persistent failure in the face of
Islamic invasion and conquest.
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