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Siege Warfare: The Art of Offence and Defence

Siege warfare is the military tactics and equipment used to capture a fortified position. It is one of the oldest forms of warfare, and has been used throughout history to capture cities, castles, and other strongholds. The basic objective of siege warfare is to force the defenders of a fortified position to surrender. This can be done in a number ...

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Ancient warfare - Wikipedia

Ancient warfare is war as conducted from the beginnings of recorded history to the end of the ancient period. In Europe and the Near East, the end of antiquity is often equated with the fall of Rome in 476. In China, it can also be seen as ending in the 5th century, with the growing role of mounted warriors needed to counter the ever-growing threat...

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Military History

Military history is the study of armed conflict in the history of humanity, and its impact on the societies, cultures and economies thereof, as well as the resulting changes to local and international relationships. It is a broad field of study that encompasses a wide range of topics, including the causes of war, the development of military technol...

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Naval Warfare in Ancient India

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Bronze ´Piceno-Corinthian´ Helmet

ca. 550 BC Ascoli Piceno (ancient Asculum), Italy, Tomb of the Warrior MS 1534 This helmet originally carried a detachable horsehair crest. In perhaps a local modification by the Piceni, a tribe of central Italic people on the Adriatic coast northeast of Rome, the protective cheek and lower jaw pieces are formed from a single sheet of bronze. The n...

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Chariots in Greece

A chariot is a two-wheeled, horse-drawn vehicle. In Latin biga is a two-horse chariot, and quadriga is a four-horse chariot. It was used for battle during the Bronze and Iron Ages, and continued to be used for travel, processions and in games after it had been superseded militarily. Early forms may also have had four wheels, although these are not ...

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Ancient and Medieval History

Ancient and Medieval History is a vast and rich field of study that encompasses the recorded human past from the earliest civilizations to the early modern period. This historical journey spans thousands of years and includes numerous cultures, empires, events, and developments. Here's a brief overview: Ancient History (circa 3500 BC - 476 AD): Ear...

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Weapons and Armor

Weapons and armor have played a pivotal role throughout human history, shaping the outcomes of conflicts, defining the capabilities of warriors, and reflecting the technological and cultural advancements of societies. Here is an overview of weapons and armor throughout the ages: Weapons: Melee Weapons:Swords: Swords are one of the most iconic melee...

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Warfare in Ancient Rome

Roman military technique and technology was not an indigenous invention but an adaptation and evolution of the knowledge of other civilizations. The success of Roman warfare methods and equipment is plainly seen from the fact that not only did they command a large empire of ever-increasing area, they also managed to keep their kingdom united until ...

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Warfare in Ancient Greece

As the economic resources of Greek city-states and individuals increased during the seventh century B.C., armies of foot soldiers were formed within the wealthier city-states. Known as hoplites, these soldiers were characteristically equipped with about seventy pounds of armor, most of which was made of bronze. The typical panoply included an eight...

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