The Military System Of The Romans (1887)

The Military System of the Romans is a historical book written by Albert Harkness in 1887. The book provides a comprehensive insight into the military system of the ancient Romans. It explores the organization, tactics, and strategies employed by the Roman army during its expansion and conquest of the Mediterranean world.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the Roman military system. It begins with an overview of the Roman army's structure, including its hierarchy and recruitment process. The author also delves into the training and equipment of Roman soldiers, as well as their daily life and duties.The book then proceeds to examine the tactics and strategies employed by the Roman army in battle. It covers topics such as siege warfare, cavalry tactics, and the use of auxiliary troops. The author also discusses the role of the Roman navy in the empire's military campaigns.Throughout the book, Harkness provides detailed accounts of significant battles and campaigns in Roman history, such as the Punic Wars and the conquest of Gaul. He also explores the impact of Roman military innovations on the development of Western military tactics and strategies.Overall, The Military System of the Romans is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Roman history, military history, or the evolution of military tactics and strategies. It provides a thorough and engaging examination of one of the most formidable military forces in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.