Military History and International Conflict in the Renaissance and Early Modern Period. This paper examines the art of war in the early modern period. It presents five brief essays on important issues and individuals: the development of guns, the development of artillery, changes in fortification, Joan of Arc the only female military leader of the era, and Machiavelli the principle theorist of diplomacy and warfare in the period. Pages: 10 Bibliography: 16 source(s) listed Filename: 17038 Military History, Renaissance.doc Price: 89.50