What military innovation did Brandenburg-Prussia introduce in 1653?
Standing army
Cavalry tactics
Gunpowder weapons
Fortifications
Answer
In 1653, Brandenburg-Prussia introduced a standing army, which laid the foundation for the state to become a major player in European politics. This military innovation was symbolized by victories in Warsaw (1656) and Fehrbellin (1675) and the Great Sleigh Drive (1678).
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