416 CYNOSCEPHALAE 197 BC: Rome Humbles Macedon

Illustrated study of how the Roman Republican legions defeated the Macedonian army's much-vaunted phalanxes. Draws on primary sources and recent scholarship to explore the battle not as an isolated event but as the culmination of three years of intensive campaigning; the battle of the Aous gorge (198 BC) is also considered. The opposing armies, their weaponry, organization, tactics and commanders, are covered in detail. Maps and diagrams explore the movements to battle and command decisions taken. Also examined is the performance of the Roman manipular legion over the Antigonid pike phalanx, and whether Flamininus' victory truly demonstrated the superiority of Roman arms. Contains color illustrations throughout, including battlescene artworks, maps, 3D diagrams, and photographs.