The Thirty Years’ War: everything you wanted to know
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The Escalation of Conflict: Legitimacy and Military Preparations
This chapter explores the escalating tensions between two factions at the onset of a conflict, focusing on their unpreparedness for war and struggle for legitimacy. As both sides take up arms and seek foreign aid, military operations unfold in a bid for decisive victory without appearing vulnerable.
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