The Cavalry of Classical Greece: A Social and Military History with Particular Reference to Athens

ISBN-13: 9780198150282 / Angielski / Miękka / 1995 / 392 str.

I. G. Spence

Opis

This book is the first to examine how classical Greek cavalry actually operated on the battlefield. It looks at its prime characteristics, including mobility, protection, armament, training, leadership, flexibility, and motivation. Until now, it was generally assumed that ancient Greek cavalry was subordinated to the infantry because it was less effective in battle. This book challenges this assumption, analyzing the position of Greek cavalry, and especially the Athenian arm, not only in the battlefield but in society as a whole.

Recenzje

Within its stated scope (Athens to c. 300 BCE), Spence's study is now the standard reference on this topic....Essential for university history and military collections.