How were Mercenaries "used" in Battle by commanders? Wouldnt it be in the interest of the commander to get those mercenaries killed so he does not have to pay?

by Doncuneo
Bernardito

I'm sorry, but you are going to have to pick one out of the three. We do not allow 'throughout history' questions in this sub and we'd prefer it to a very specific question. So, for example, a question about mercenaries during the Napoleonic Wars would be great.