The Roman Army, 31 BC-AD 337

The Roman Army, 31 BC-AD 337
Author: Brian Campbell
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 308
Release: 1994
Genre: Rome
ISBN: 9780415071734

The Roman army was an integral part of the society and life of the Empire and exemplifies many aspects of Roman government. This sourcebook presents material which illustrates the life of the army in the field and in the community.

The Roman Army

The Roman Army
Author: John Wilkes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 48
Release: 1972
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780521072434

Discusses the way of life, training, and equipment of the Roman army and examines the duties of officers and soldiers of the legion

New Approaches to Greek and Roman Warfare

New Approaches to Greek and Roman Warfare
Author: Lee L. Brice
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2020-02-11
Genre: History
ISBN: 1118273338

Uses new methodologies, evidence, and topics to better understand ancient warfare and its place in culture and history New Approaches to Greek and Roman Warfare brings together essays from specialists in ancient history who employ contemporary tools and approaches to reveal new evidence and increase knowledge of ancient militaries and warfare. In-depth yet highly readable, this volume covers the most recent trends for understanding warfare, militaries, soldiers, non-combatants, and their roles in ancient cultures. Chronologically-organized chapters explore new methodologies, evidence, and topics while offering fresh and original perspectives on recent documentary and archaeological discoveries. Covering the time period from Archaic Greece to the Late Roman Empire, the text asks questions of both new and re-examined old evidence and discusses the everyday military life of soldiers and veterans. Chapters address unique topics such as neurophysiological explanations for why some soldiers panic and others do not in the same battle, Greek society’s handling of combat trauma in returning veterans, the moral aspects and human elements of ancient sieges, medical care in the late Roman Empire, and the personal experience of military servicemembers and their families. Each chapter is self-contained to allow readers to explore topics in any order they prefer. This book: Features case studies that examine psychological components of military service such as morale, panic, recovery, and trauma Offers discussions of the economics of paying for warfare in the Greek and Roman worlds and why Roman soldiers mutinied Covers examining human remains of ancient conflict, including interesting photos Discusses the role of women in families and as victims and addresses issues related to women and war Places discussions in the broader context of new wave military history and includes complete bibliographies and further reading suggestions Providing new material and topical focus, New Approaches to Greek and Roman Warfare is an ideal text for Greek History or Roman History courses, particularly those focusing on ancient warfare, as well as scholars and general readers with interest in the ancient militaries.

The Roman Soldier

The Roman Soldier
Author: George Ronald Watson
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Total Pages: 260
Release: 1985
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780801493126

The Logistics of the Roman Army at War

The Logistics of the Roman Army at War
Author: Jonathan Roth
Publisher: BRILL
Total Pages: 438
Release: 1999
Genre: History
ISBN: 9789004112711

This work is devoted to a study fo Roman logistics from the Punic Wars through the Principate. It explores various aspects of supply: rations, trains, foraging, supply lines; administration and logistics in warfare. The book traces the increasing sophistication of the Roman military supply system.

A Companion to the Roman Army

A Companion to the Roman Army
Author: Paul Erdkamp
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 610
Release: 2011-03-31
Genre: History
ISBN: 1444393766

This companion provides an extensive account of the Roman army, exploring its role in Roman politics and society as well as the reasons for its effectiveness as a fighting force. An extensive account of the Roman army, from its beginnings to its transformation in the later Roman Empire Examines the army as a military machine – its recruitment, training, organization, tactics and weaponry Explores the relationship of the army to Roman politics, economics and society more broadly Considers the geography and climate of the lands in which the Romans fought Each chapter is written by a leading expert in a particular subfield and takes account of the latest scholarly and archaeological research in that area

Policing the Roman Empire

Policing the Roman Empire
Author: Christopher J. Fuhrmann
Publisher: OUP USA
Total Pages: 355
Release: 2012-01-12
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0199737843

Drawing on a wide variety of source material from art archaeology, administrative documents, Egyptian papyri, laws Jewish and Christian religious texts and ancient narratives this book provides a comprehensive overview of Roman imperial policing practices.

Legionary: The Roman Soldier's (Unofficial) Manual

Legionary: The Roman Soldier's (Unofficial) Manual
Author: Philip Matyszak
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2009-06-29
Genre: History
ISBN: 050077174X

An insider's guide: how to join the Roman legions, wield a gladius, storm cities, and conquer the world Your emperor needs you for the Roman army! The year is AD 100 and Rome stands supreme and unconquerable from the desert sands of Mesopotamia to the misty highlands of Caledonia. Yet the might of Rome rests completely on the armored shoulders of the legionaries who hold back the barbarian hordes and push forward the frontiers of empire. This carefully researched yet entertainingly nonacademic book tells you how to join the Roman legions, the best places to serve, and how to keep your armor from getting rusty. Learn to march under the eagles of Rome, from training, campaigns, and battle to the glory of a Roman Triumph and retirement with a pension plan. Every aspect of army life is discussed, from drill to diet, with handy tips on topics such as how to select the best boots or how to avoid being skewered by enemy spears. Combining the latest archaeological discoveries with the written records of those who actually saw the Roman legions in action, this book provides a vivid picture of what it meant to be a Roman legionary.