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why didn't phalanx formations make a comeback earlier than the 1400s given that cavalry tactics were so dominant in medieval Europe

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Why did the javelin, once prevalent in the ancient world, disappeared from the battlefield during the medieval era ?

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Why was Benjamin Franklin unable to convince the canadiens to join the revolution ?

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Why did the English lose the 100 years war despite significant tactical advantages ?

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The french army has a bad reputation in the English speaking word. Is it deserved or just a myth ?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
why didn't phalanx formations make a comeback earlier than the 1400s given that cavalry tactics were so dominant in medieval Europe	90
Why did the javelin, once prevalent in the ancient world, disappeared from the battlefield during the medieval era ?	36
Why was Benjamin Franklin unable to convince the canadiens to join the revolution ?	25
Why did the English lose the 100 years war despite significant tactical advantages ?	25
The french army has a bad reputation in the English speaking word. Is it deserved or just a myth ?	5