The Roman Army from Caesar to Trajan

Michael Simkins, Ronald Embleton

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Osprey Publishing
29 March 1984

History; History: specific events & topics; Land forces & warfare

Series: Men-at-Arms

Although the common Roman fighting men themselves have left no account, much literature has survived from antiquity. The wealth of archaeological finds, plus the study of surviving Roman scultpure has allowed hisorians to learn much about the nature of the Roman army which conquered an astonishing expanse of territory. Michael Simkins brings all his substantial knowledge to bear on this fascinating subject, covering such topics as army composition, recruitment, training, campaign routine and providing a wealth of detail on weapons, uniforms and equipment. Men-at-Arms 283, 291 and 46 are also available in a single volume special edition as ‘Caesar’s Legions’.

By: Michael Simkins
Illustrated by: Ronald Embleton
Imprint: Osprey Publishing
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Volume: 46
Dimensions: Height: 248mm, Width: 184mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 198g
ISBN: 9780850455281
ISBN 10: 0850455286
Series: Men-at-Arms
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 29 March 1984
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Chronology · Introduction · The Compostion of the Army · Entry, Training and Campaign Routines · Arms and Armour · Conclusion · The Plates

Michael Simkins is a respected author in the field of Ancient History, and he has written several titles for Osprey. He has a particular interest in and knowledge of the Roman Army in Britain, and is a keen re-enactor of this period. His interest extends to having personally recreated many of the weapon and armour pieces that the Roman legionnaire would have worn and used at this time.