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Greek and Roman Military Writers
Selected Readings
Series: Routledge Classical Translations
Brian Campbell has selected and translated a wide range of pieces from the ancient military writers who tell us about the technical aspects of military practice and the management of armies. The pieces cover a fascinating range of topics - battle formations and manoeuvres, different types of troops...
Published September 1st 2004 by Routledge
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Warfare and Society in Imperial Rome, C. 31 BC-AD 280
Series: Warfare and History
This well-documented study of the Roman army provides a crucial aid to understanding the Roman Empire in economic, social and political terms. Employing numerous examples, Brian Campbell explores the development of the Roman army and the expansion of the Roman Empire from 31 BC-280 AD.When Augustus...
Published July 17th 2002 by Routledge
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The Roman Army, 31 BC - AD 337
A Sourcebook
Series: Routledge Sourcebooks for the Ancient World
The Roman army is remarkable for its detailed organisation and professional structure. It not only extended and protected Rome's territorial empire which was the basis of Western civilisation, but also maintained the politcal power of the emperors. The army was an integral part of the society and...
Published April 20th 1994 by Routledge