Byzantine Cavalryman c.900–1204

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Byzantine Cavalryman c.900–1204

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Osprey's study of the Byzantine cavalrymen, who were regarded as the elite arm of the military during the Middle Byzantine period (867-1204). The cavalry executed high speed reconnaissance, agile arrow barrages and crippling blows to enemy formations. Its ranks were filled primarily through direct recruitment or hereditary service by holders of military lands, but in times of crisis irregulars would be temporarily enlisted. Few books provide any accessible study of the medieval Romaic soldier's life, and this colorful addition to the Warrior series seeks to redress this imbalance. Offering a thorough and detailed examination of their training, weaponry, dress and daily life, this book re-affirms the importance of cavalry troops in military victories of the period. Making use of original Greek source material, and featuring unpublished manuscript images, this follow-on volume to Warrior 118 Byzantine Infantryman c.900-1204 brings the world of the Byzantine cavalryman vividly to life.

Table of Contents

Introduction • Chronology • Recruitment/ Enlistment • Training • Appearance • Equipment • On Campaign • Belief and Belonging • Experience of Battle • After the Battle • Collecting/Museums/Re-enactment • Bibliography • Glossary • Index

Product details

Published Aug 18 2009
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781846034046
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 44 b/w; 8 col
Dimensions 10 x 7 inches
Series Warrior
Short code WAR 139
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Giuseppe Rava

Giuseppe Rava was born in Faenza in 1963, and took…

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