The Battle of Breitenfeld, 1631 A.D. The Advent of Modern Warfare, Relics of Phalanx Strategy is Forever Retired in Europe, Catholic and Protestant Warfare Changes to State Warfare

Breitenfeld was the moment that announced Sweden’s entrance as a dominant force on the European stage. With one decisive stroke, Gustavus Adolphus transformed his northern kingdom from a distant player to a major contender in Europe's ruthless game of empires. His military innovations became a standard practice across Europe. After this battle, no army could afford to ignore the tactics Gustavus had unleashed, and his reforms became the blueprint for modern warfare, forever altering the way b...