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Reconstructing The New Model Army Volume 1 offers a detailed historical account of the formation, organization, and early campaigns of the New Model Army during the English Civil War. Explore the structure, tactics, and key figures of this influential military force, providing valuable insights into 17th-century British military history and the impact of Oliver Cromwell's leadership.

The Putney Debates of 1647 represent a pivotal moment in English history, where the New Model Army, including radical elements like the Levellers, fiercely debated the future constitution and governance of the English State following the Civil War. These discussions explored fundamental questions of suffrage, political representation, and the rights of ordinary citizens, challenging the established order and laying groundwork for modern democratic thought.