All of the following have been identified with the "military revolution" in the century after 1560 EXCEPT
A) the increased use of militias and volunteer soldiers.
B) standing armies based upon conscription.
C) increased use of the musket and bayonet.
D) larger sailing ships, known as "ships of the line."
E) the education of officers in military schools.
A
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