Armies of the Thracians & Dacians, 500 BC–AD 150 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Armies of the Thracians & Dacians, 500 BC–AD 150 write by Gabriele Esposito. This book was released on 2021-06-30. Armies of the Thracians & Dacians, 500 BC–AD 150 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. A history of these warring armies who dominated the ancient world, with eighty detailed photos and illustrations of equipment. The Thracians, mentioned as early as the eighth century BC in Homer’s Iliad, were fundamental in the evolution of Greek military systems across the ages. They fought in the Persian Wars, were part of Alexander the Great’s army, were used as mercenaries in many Hellenistic armies, and resisted Roman conquest for a long time. In addition, they used some iconic weapons and had a distinctive panoply. The Dacians were a mix of different cultures and were extremely influenced by some steppe peoples, such as the Sarmatians. They had a lot in common with the Thracians, but had a different history. They formed one of the largest and most powerful kingdoms of antiquity, a sort of superpower that dominated over the Balkans. Their wars against Trajan and the Roman Army were absolutely epic, the last campaigns of conquest in the history of the Western Roman Empire. This book about the Thracians and Dacians features a rich collection of photos specifically created for it by reenactors.
Armies of the Thracians and Dacians, 500 BC to Ad 150
Armies of the Thracians and Dacians, 500 BC to Ad 150 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Armies of the Thracians and Dacians, 500 BC to Ad 150 write by Gabriele Esposito. This book was released on 2021-06-30. Armies of the Thracians and Dacians, 500 BC to Ad 150 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. The Thracians are mentioned as early as in the epic poems by Homer and were fundamental in the evolution of the Greek military systems across the ages. They fought in the Persian Wars, were part of Alexander the Great's army, were used as mercenaries in many Hellenistic armies and resisted Roman conquest for a long time. In addition, they used some iconic weapons and had a distinctive panoply. The Dacians were a mix of different cultures and were extremely influenced by some steppe peoples like the Sarmatians. They had a lot in common with the Thracians but had a different history. They formed one of the largest and most powerful kingdoms of Antiquity, a sort of superpower that dominated over the Balkans. Their wars against Trajan and the Roman Army were absolutely epic, the last campaigns of conquest in the history of the Western Roman Empire. The book contains a rich collection of photos specifically made for it by some excellent groups of reenactors.
Armies of Celtic Europe, 700 BC–AD 106
Armies of Celtic Europe, 700 BC–AD 106 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Armies of Celtic Europe, 700 BC–AD 106 write by Gabriele Esposito. This book was released on 2019-10-30. Armies of Celtic Europe, 700 BC–AD 106 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. A look at the military might of these ancient warriors who sacked Rome and conquered much of Europe. Although comprised of many distinct tribes and groupings, the Celts shared a distinctive culture that dominated much of Europe for centuries, and enjoyed a formidable reputation as fierce and brave warriors, skilled horsemen, and fine metalworkers. In 390 BC, an alliance of Celtic tribes defeated a Roman army at the River Allia and went on to sack Rome and thenceforth the Romans lived under their threat. In the early third century BC, a Celtic army swept into Macedonia and Greece, won a major victory at Thermopylai, and ransacked the sacred sanctuary at Delphi. Such was their warlike prowess that, when not fighting their own wars, they were sought after as mercenaries by many armies, serving as far afield as southern Egypt. When the Romans invaded Gaul—modern-day France and Belgium—and the British Isles, Celtic armies resisted them fiercely. In this book, Gabriele Esposito studies this fascinating warrior culture, their armies, strategy, tactics, and equipment—they invented the horned saddle and chainmail, and British armies were the last in Europe to use chariots on the battlefield. Also included are dozens of color photographs of reenactors to help bring these magnificent warriors back to life.
The Army of Maximinus Thrax
The Army of Maximinus Thrax - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook The Army of Maximinus Thrax write by Jan Easchbach. This book was released on 2020-11. The Army of Maximinus Thrax available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Armies of the Late Roman Empire, AD 284–476
Armies of the Late Roman Empire, AD 284–476 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Armies of the Late Roman Empire, AD 284–476 write by Gabriele Esposito. This book was released on 2018-10-30. Armies of the Late Roman Empire, AD 284–476 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. An illustrated guide to the organization, structure, equipment, weapons, combat history, and tactics of the Late Roman military forces. This guide to the Late Roman Army focusses on the dramatic and crucial period that started with the accession of Diocletian and ended with the definitive fall of the Western Roman Empire. This was a turbulent period during which the Roman state and its armed forces changed. Gabriele Esposito challenges many stereotypes and misconceptions regarding the Late Roman Army; for example, he argues that the Roman military machine remained a reliable and efficient one until the very last decades of the Western Empire. The author describes the organization, structure, equipment, weapons, combat history and tactics of Late Roman military forces. The comitatenses (field armies), limitanei (frontier units), foederati (allied soldiers), bucellarii (mercenaries), scholae palatinae (mounted bodyguards), protectores (personal guards) and many other kinds of troops are covered. The book is lavishly illustrated in color, including the shield devices from the Notitia Dignitatum. The origins and causes for the final military fall of the Empire are discussed in detail, as well as the influence of the “barbarian” peoples on the Roman Army. Praise for Armies of the Late Roman Empire, AD 284–476 “An excellent introduction to the subject for the novice, and seasoned students of the subject may find it of use as well.” —The NYMAS Review “This beautifully illustrated book depicts the very different arms and armour of the late Roman Empire as Roman soldiers adapted to the challenges of the rising barbarian armies . . . Very Highly Recommended.” —Firetrench “Superbly well-illustrated . . . historians, re-enactors and war gamers will find invaluable to understanding and picturing the Roman forces.” —Hoplite Association
