Two points.
Actualy the neandertal was quite remarkable. Was around for some 100K years. Also had a larger brain than moderns.
Second. "Well regualted" had nothing to do with being under someones control. It had to do with the person being proficient in what he was doing. I can send you a copy of the manual of arms of the time showing what a "well regulated" soldier or militiaman was expected to do.
Bob S.