JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE FIRST GUNPOWDER WARS.

  • Published In: History of War, 2026, n. 154. P. 58 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Albert, Edoardo 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the significant historical shift initiated by Charles VIII of France's invasion of Italy in 1494, which marked the end of the Middle Ages and the rise of modern warfare. The introduction of field artillery, particularly lighter bronze cannons with trunnions, transformed military tactics and diminished the dominance of armored knights on the battlefield. This period also saw the emergence of military engineers, such as Gabriele Tadino, who adapted to the new warfare dynamics and contributed to the development of artillery and fortifications. The Italian Wars that followed highlighted the challenges of maintaining territorial control and the evolving nature of military strategy in a rapidly changing political landscape. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2026/01, Issue 154, p58
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:190367694
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