The contents: "Core of the Legion". Historical introduction; Hadrian and his soldiers. The Lambaesis Inscription; The backbone of the legions. Some centurions and their careers; The centurions of Colchester. The reconstruction of Marcus Favonius Facilis; Learning in the field and in camp. The training of centurions; The centuria in battle. Tactical organisation and combat'; Records on bark, sherds and papyrus. The administration of small units in the Roman army; Clothing and rations of the legionaries. The logistics of the centuria; Dressed for the occasion. Three legionaries brought to life; The storage of weapons. Acquisition, possession and storage ; With bodies fully protected. Roman armour of the 1st to 2nd century AD; Suggestions for museums.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Title
Ancient Warfare. Special 2010: The Roman Imperial Centuria
Details
English text, paperback, many colour illustrations, large format. 82 pages.
