While it was not the first alliance of its kind, unlike previous formations, such as the League of Torgau, the Schmalkaldic League had a substantial military to defend its political and religious interests.
Sementara itu tidak seperti aliansi sejenisnya, seperti Liga Torgau, Liga Schmalkaldic memiliki kekuatan militer yang cukup besar untuk membela kepentingan politik dan agama.