THE ROMAN WAR MACHINE

Examines the communication problems of handling large armies on the battlefield, the vulnerability of baggage trains on the march, siege tactics and the technique of the marching camp, as well as the themes of Roman genaralship, command control, supply trains, supporting arms and weaponry, and waterborne operations. Emphasizes the problems of control which confronted commanders in ancient times, while suggesting the logistical and tactical solutions. Illustrated throughout with black and white photos.