How did the use of gunpowder change the nature and organization of armies?
A. It increased the use of stone walls for protection as cannons could not break them. This increased the power of local nobles and decreased the authority of kings.
B. It led to increased use of knights whose armor protected them from shrapnel. This reinforced feudalism.
C. There was no change in military strategy.
D. The ability to destroy fortifications helped rulers assert power both in battle and at home.
Answer (2)
Gunpowder revolutionized armies by making traditional fortifications vulnerable and reducing the reliance on armored knights, leading to a more organized infantry approach. This significantly enabled rulers to consolidate power over local nobles and assert their authority more effectively. Consequently, it played a crucial role in the emergence of modern nation-states.
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Gunpowder revolutionized armies by making traditional fortifications vulnerable and reducing reliance on heavily armored knights. It led to the rise of organized infantry units and allowed rulers to centralize power. Consequently, this shift contributed to the emergence of modern nation-states. ;
