Renaissance Infantry

Renaissance infantry refers to foot soldiers during the Renaissance period (14th to 17th centuries). This era marked significant changes in warfare, with infantry becoming more organized and equipped with improved weaponry. Key advancements included the use of pikes for defense against cavalry and firearms, such as arquebuses and early muskets, which allowed soldiers to engage from a distance. The formation of organized units, like pikemen and gunmen working together, transformed battlefield tactics. The rise of professional armies and the decline of feudal levies signified a shift toward state-controlled military forces, laying groundwork for modern infantry.