263 ROMAN CAVALRY TACTICS

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A fully illustrated study of the Roman cavalry's evolution, chronicles tactics and composition from the time of the Republic to the fall of the Dominate. Charts how the cavalry grew to become the dominant force in Roman field armies by the twilight of the Western Empire. Eight newly commissioned artwork plates and a rich selection of artifact photographs and archaeological sources provide vivid detail and insight, helping to bring to the life the evolving tactics, clothing, and weaponry of Rome's cavalry from the 2nd century BC through to the 5th century AD. Contains 8 color artwork plates, black and white and color photographs, and illustrations.