The Roman Army (Arms of the Past)
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Book Overview
An exploration of the Roman Army for the non-academic reader, this work covers such topics as armour and weapons, camping and marching, battle tactics and famous battles, fortifications and sieges. This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0356051102
ISBN13:9780356051109
Release Date:January 1975
Publisher:Little Brown and Co. (UK)
Length:4 Pages
Weight:1.20 lbs.
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Precise!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
One of the finest overviews of the Roman army from the late Republic {197BC-70AD} to the early Empire. The author clearly knows his subject. Fine detailed research to inform teacher and student alike. The excellent color plates made the text come to life, as Mr. Connolly describes how Rome's might was based on discipline, tenacity, adaptability, and organization. Most points are touched on: from the daily life of the legionaries & auxiliary troops, Rome's innovative engineering, equipment, parades, tactics, weapons, siege equipment, training, rewards, punishments, the officers, & even some information on the Praetorian guard. The main focus of the book describes the Roman army during three critical periods: the Macedonian campaign{this made her the western worlds undisputed & sole superpower}, Caeser's conquest of Gaul{Rome's fastest conquest} & the early years of the Empire. The book is divided into three sections: The Army Of The Republic pages 8-23, the army at the time of Caeser Pages 24-35, & the army of the empire pages 36-72. With a 2 page Latin glossary & 2 page index the book is 77 pages long.
The Roman Army
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
A gripping synopsis of the part that the Roman Army played in history, starting from its initial dominance after it defeated the Greek armies at Pydna in 168 BC, to Vespasian's triumphal parade after Titus' victory over the Jews at Jerusalem. A definate 5-star, must-have book.
SUPERB ILLUSTRATED HISTORY
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This is one of the finest illustrated books about the Roman Army that I have ever read! Its attention to even the most minor historical details is impressive. A must for every student of Roman military history it definitely deserves to be in print again!
Excellent Work!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This book gives the most thorough and concise description of the Roman Legions from the early republic up through the height of empire. The amount of detail is astonishing, beautifully enhanced and simplified by the gorgeous illustrations.
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