Roman light infantry and the art of combat : the nature and experience of skirmishing and non-pitched battle in Roman warfare 264 BC-AD 235
Summary This thesis is an evaluation of Roman light infantry and non-pitched battle combat in the Roman army, from the years 264 BC â AD 235. This study incorporates a thorough etymological assessment of the Latin and Greek vocabulary of light infantry, and how the ancient sources use these terms. Building on this assessment, this thesis then includes a discussion on defining Roman light infantry. From this follows an analysis of the various modes of combat of these troops, including skirmishing, ambushing, small-scale engagements. A âface of battleâ approach (after John Keegan) assessing the nature and experience of the various forms of warfare mentioned above is also included.
Anders, Adam
DE The Mediterranean Region. The Greco-Roman World
Roman light infantry and the art of combat : the nature and experience of skirmishing and non-pitched battle in Roman warfare 264 BC-AD 235. Summary This thesis is an evaluation of Roman light infantry and non-pitched battle combat in the Roman army, from the years 264 BC â AD 235. This study incorporates a thorough etymological assessment of the Latin and Greek vocabulary of light infantry, and how the ancient sources use these terms. Building on this assessment, this thesis then includes a discussion on defining Roman light infantry. From this follows an analysis of the various modes of combat of these troops, including skirmishing, ambushing, small-scale engagements. A âface of battleâ approach (after John Keegan) assessing the nature and experience of the various forms of warfare mentioned above is also included.
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