New Model Army Ordinance

The New Model Army Ordinance was a set of regulations established in 1645 by the Parliamentary forces during the English Civil War. It created a standardized, professional military structure, emphasizing merit and discipline among soldiers and officers. The ordinance outlined training procedures, command hierarchy, and pay systems, aiming to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the army. It signified a move towards a more organized and disciplined military force, reducing reliance on local militias or irregular troops, and played a key role in transforming military practices in England during that period.