The Roman Army

The Greatest War Machine of the Ancient World

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The Roman Army

The Greatest War Machine of the Ancient World

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The image of the Roman legionary is as familiar today as it was to the citizens - and enemies - of the vast Roman Empire two thousand years ago. This book goes beyond the stereotypes found in popular culture to examine the Roman Army from the first armed citizens of the early Republic through the glorious heights of the Imperial legions to the shameful defeats inflicted upon the late Roman Army by the Goths and Huns. Tracing the development of tactics, equipment and training, this work provides a detailed insight into the military force that enable Rome to become the greatest empire the world has ever seen.

As well as describing the changes in the army over the centuries, The Roman Army also sheds light on the talented men who led these soldiers in battle and the momentous battles fought, including Cannae, Pharsalus, and Adrianople. Illustrated with detailed maps, artwork and photographs, this volume provides a complete reference to the Roman Army from the 8th century BC to the period after the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century AD.

Hardback edition ISBN: 9781849081627

Table of Contents

Chronology
Introduction

The Early Republican Army, 753-146 BC
The Army of the Late Republic, 146-27 BC
The Earlier Roman Empire, 27 BC-AD 200
The Later Roman Empire, AD 200-6th century

Afterword
Further Reading
Index

Product details

Published May 22 2012
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 280
ISBN 9781849088138
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 50 b/w; 100 col
Dimensions 10 x 7 inches
Series General Military
Short code GNM
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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