Arquebusiers were skilled in operating early firearms like the arquebus. They provided long-range fire support, disrupting enemy formations and causing casualties. These marksmen often worked with traditional infantry, cavalry, and artillery units, forming a balanced and effective fighting force. While primarily marksmen, Arquebusiers also participated in siege warfare, assisting in the capture of enemy fortifications and city walls.
Battles and Wars: Italian Wars (1494-1559):The German Landsknechts, including Arquebusiers, were frequently employed as mercenaries during the Italian Wars. They participated in battles such as the Battle of Pavia (1525), where firearms played a crucial role in the outcome. Reformation and Religious Wars: The Reformation and subsequent religious conflicts in Europe, such as the Schmalkaldic War (1546-1547), saw the use of firearms and Arquebusiers as religious and political factions clashed.
