Turko-Mongol Bowmen for 15th and 16th Century Armies

The 15th and 16th centuries were marked by significant historical events, including the expansion of empires, trade routes, and cultural exchanges. The Turko-Mongol Bowmen played a vital role during this period of exploration, conquest, and military innovation.

Battles and Wars:

Mongol Conquests (13th-14th centuries): While not directly in the 15th-16th century timeframe, the legacy of Turko-Mongol archery tactics endured into this period. The Mongols, with their skilled archers, conducted extensive conquests in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East during the 13th and 14th centuries.
Ottoman-Habsburg Wars: The Ottoman Empire, which included Turko-Mongol Bowmen, engaged in a series of conflicts with the Habsburg Monarchy during the 15th and 16th centuries. These archers continued to be a valuable asset in Ottoman military tactics.
Tactics and Strategies: Turko-Mongol Bowmen were renowned for their precision and ranged attacks. Their tactics involved:

Archery Skills: They were masters of shooting arrows over long distances with exceptional accuracy. This allowed them to engage the enemy from a distance while maintaining a safe position.
Harassment: Turko-Mongol Bowmen were skilled at harassing enemy forces, disrupting their formations, and causing casualties without exposing themselves to significant risk.
Cover and Concealment: They often utilized natural terrain features for cover and concealment, making it difficult for the enemy to locate and target them effectively.

Sculpted by the incomparable Erramir Orlan of Peculiar Companions, Printing at 100% resolution will yield a 28mm miniature. Prints at 105% are slightly more in scale with Perry Miniatures and 110% prints will be in a compatible scale with Warhammer Fantasy miniatures.