Armies of Ancient Italy 753-218 BC: From the Foundation of Rome to the Start of the Second Punic War

The Romans conquered the Italian peninsula in a series of conflicts against its diverse residents, forging their military spirit and legions. Gabriele Esposito presents the armies that fought these wars, including the Etruscans, Samnites, Italian Greeks, Celts, Ligures, and Sicilian and Sardinian warriors, with detailed descriptions of their organization, weapons, equipment, and tactics.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 192 pages
\n Publication date: 30 November 2020
\n Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
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Before the Romans could ascend to become the masters of the Mediterranean world, they had to conquer the Italian peninsula through a series of fierce conflicts against its diverse and warlike inhabitants. The outcome was far from certain, and it took the Romans over half a millennium to fully secure Italy. Gabriele Esposito delves into the armies that engaged in these wars, where the Roman military spirit and their renowned legions were forged. He not only traces the evolution of the Roman forces from the Regal Period to the outbreak of the Second Punic War but also examines the forces of their neighbors, rivals, and enemies. Among the most notable of these are the Etruscans, Samnites, and Italian Greeks, who receive particular attention. However, other groups such as the Celts and Ligures of the North, as well as the warriors of Sicily and Sardinia, are also considered. The book provides detailed descriptions of the organization, weapons, equipment, and tactics of each army, accompanied by dozens of stunning color photos of reenactors depicting how these warriors appeared on the battlefield.

\n Weight: 754g\n
Dimension: 181 x 252 x 21 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526751850\n \n