The Thirty Years War was one of the largest uses of mercinary armies in European history, and in its wake, many European countries began to develop their own standing armies. Which of the following was a consequence of the use of mercenaries during the Thirty Years War? Select all that apply.
High desertion rates
The early defeat of the Catholic forces
Widespread assault of the population and property destruction in the Holy Roman Empire
General incompetency of military commanders
A large number of soldiers deserting the Protestant side to join the Catholic armies
