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Author:
James, Simon, 1961-
Title:
Rome & the sword [Book] : how warriors & weapons shaped Roman history / Simon James.
Format:
[Book] :
Publisher:
Thames & Hudson
Copyright Date:
2011
Description:
328 pages : ill. (some col.), maps ; 24 cm.
Subject:
Geschichte.
Military art and science--Rome.
Milit©Þr.
Soldiers--Rome.
R©œmisches Reich.
Rome--History, Military.
Rome--Army.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Forging the Roman sword -- Obsessed with victory -- 'Our weapons and armour' -- Deadly embraces -- Empire of the soldiers -- Swords of God.
Summary:
A pathbreaking study that integrates military theory with the historical account to explain how the Roman armies functioned, triumphed, and ultimately failed.
ISBN:
0500251827 (hardcover)
9780500251829 (hardcover)
LCCN:
2011922630
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)

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