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Pikeman
The pikemen provide the backbone of the infantry or foot regiment. Although they only constitute about a third of Tillier's strength, they provide the primary fighting arm of the regiment in close quarter hand to hand fighting. The pike itself is a simple, overly long spear. The pike was intended to be used en masse, by strong, well-drilled men. This"push of pike" sometimes requires our contemporary pikemen to wear a helmet, gloves and possibly armour to protect them.
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Musketeer Musketeers are equipped with a smooth bore, muzzle loading, black powder matchlock musket. During the Civil War these weapons fired a ½ -1 ounce lead shot. Although 17th century muskets were unreliable and inaccurate they could deliver a devastating blow to the enemy, if fired at close range in massed volley. The modern reproduction weapons are made to the high specifications. All musketeers are statutorily required to possess a shotgun licence and black powder certificate. The Sealed Knot prides itself on its safety precautions. |
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Camp Followers or Civilian
Camp followers were the women who followed the 17th century army on the march. Although many of the women who join Tillier's choose to take part in the battles as "male" musketeers, those that elect to be camp followers provide water, sustenance and encouragement to the soldiery. Unlike their 17th Century counterparts, who would have been a thoroughly disreputable bunch, the camp followers of today enjoy playing this highly challenging role. |
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