The Army of the Roman Republic: From the Regal Period to the Army of Julius Caesar

by Michael M. Sage

Book Overview

From the moment its last king was expelled (traditionally in 753) the Roman republic had to fight for its very survival. Centuries of almost continuous warfare saw Rome's armies evolve in response to a wide variety of threats which were met with mixed fortunes though always with ultimate success. As defense of the homeland turned to territorial expansion, Roman forces also had to adapt to sustained campaigns in varied terrain and climates, not to...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1783463791
• ISBN13: 9781783463794
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: Pen & Sword Military
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.5" x 9.3"