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<p><P><I>Greek & Roman Warfare: Battles, Tactics and Trickery</I> is a uniquely detailed work which explores the tactics and battle strategies of the Graeco-Roman period. <P>This incisive study goes beyond the arms and armor of classical warfare to reveal the numerous factors, be they geographical, psychological or circumstantial, that informed the course of ancient battles. The technology of an army is of course an integral factor in its success, but conflicts are ultimately won by tactics and strategy. From the cunning ambush, to oxen with torches masquerading as an escaping army at night, Drogo Montagu explores the intricacies of waging war in antiquity. <P>Using his extensive knowledge of ancient history, he has created a gripping account of classical military thought. He draws on the great historians of the time &ndash; Livy, Plutarch, Xenophon and Josephus among them &ndash; to illustrate the different elements that an army required to defeat its enemy on the battlefield, be it by force or guile. In addition, he offers details on how a commander would maintain the morale and fitness of his troops, as well as conduct their training. <I>Greek & Roman Warfare</I> provides an inc

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Author

Montagu, John Drogo

Publisher

Greenhill Books/Lionel Leventhal

Published

2006

Language

EN

ISBN

9781853676857

Category

history

Subjects

Military, History, Government_military

Rating

3.9 / 5 (7 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14