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Ancient Greek Fortifications 500-300 BC (Fortress)

By Fields, Nic & Delf, Brian

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The development of the city-state in the Classical period of Greek history ensured a shift in the nature of fortifications in the region. No longer were fortresses designed to defend a ruler and his entourage, rather the whole of the citizen body had to be protected against any outside threats. The enceintes of these Greek city-states did not have to be very high or strong as city-state conflict was still decided by spear and shield, though some thought was still given to the science of fortification. This book details the construction and ongoing development of the defences that protected some of the most illustrious sites in Greece during the most famous period of her history.

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978-1-84176-884-7
Publisher
Osprey


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Reviewed on March 1, 2006

Varying in length from about 50 to 100 pages, these new titles in four of Osprey�s military history series are aimed at a popular audience. A common feature of all Osprey titles is abundant illustration, and the present items do not disappoint. In addition, two titles-Field�sBronze Age War Chariots and Chun�sThe Doolittle Raid 1942 -stand out for their insightful analyses.InBronze Age War Chariots , Fields (ancient history & archaeology, Univ. of Edinburgh;Troy c.1700-1250 B.C .) discusses the development and use of chariots from roughly 3100 to 1200 B.C.E., with emphasis on those used by Egyptians, Hittites, and Mycenaeans. His thoughtful and well-organized text also discusses the types of horses these cultures employed, as well as the strategies adopted for chariot use on the battlefield. Fields�sAncient Greek Fortifications, 500-300 B.C. begins with...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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