The Complete Roman Army
The Complete Roman Army by Adrian Goldsworthy, published by National Geographic Books on August 23, 2011, offers a comprehensive examination of the Roman military system. This reprint edition spans 224 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the organization and tactics of one of history’s most successful fighting forces, highlighting the Roman army’s advanced strategies and its enduring legacy, as evidenced by monuments like Hadrian’s Wall.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of both the early imperial army and the citizens’ militia of the Republic, as well as the military of the later Empire. The narrative places the unprecedented success of the Roman military within the context of the daily lives of ordinary soldiers, whether stationed in peaceful garrisons or engaged in combat. Key battles and tactics are outlined, alongside brief biographies of notable commanders. Drawing from archaeology, ancient art, and original documentary sources, this book presents a thorough history of the Roman army, making it a significant resource for those interested in military history.
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“An outstanding general study of the Roman military system. . . . The best one-volume treatment of the subject now in existence.”—Historian
The Roman army was one of the most successful fighting forces in history. Its organization and tactics were highly advanced and were unequaled until the modern era. Spectacular monuments to its perseverance and engineering skill are still visible today, most notably Hadrian’s Wall and the siegeworks around the fortress of Masada.
This book is the first to examine in detail not just the early imperial army but also the citizens’ militia of the Republic and the army of the later Empire. The unprecedented scope and longevity of Roman military success is placed in the context of ordinary soldiers’ daily lives, whether spent in the quiet routine of a peaceful garrison or in arduous campaign and violent combat. Key battles and tactics are described, and there are brief biographies of the great commanders.
Drawing on archaeology, ancient art, and original documentary sources, this book presents the most convincing history ever published of the Roman army.
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