Byzantine Infantryman

Eastern Roman Empire c.900-1204

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Byzantine Infantryman

Eastern Roman Empire c.900-1204

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Osprey's survey of Byzantine infantrymen during the Middle Ages. Having been trained to operate in small, highly mobile eight-man units adept at living off the land whilst on campaign, the Byzantine infantryman was a formidable foe. Built on a strong belief system that emphasized stealth, surprise, swift maneuvering, and overwhelming force, the Byzantine infantryman was trained in survival, sword, spear and archery techniques, as well as land and sea combat and fighting within the foulkon "turtle" formation.

This book, written by Timothy Dawson, an expert in the training and techniques of the Byzantine Army, details the everyday experience of the infantryman from his recruitment, through his twice-a-day training regime, to his encounters with his enemies.

Table of Contents

Introduction · Chronology · Recruitment · Appearance · Equipment · Training · Conditions of service · Belief and Belonging · On Campaign · Experience of Battle · Museums and Re-enactment · Glossary · Bibliography · Colour plate commentary · Index

Product details

Published Jun 19 2007
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781846031052
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 42 b/w; 8 col
Dimensions 248 x 184 mm
Series Warrior
Short code WAR 118
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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