The Roman Army from Caesar to Trajan (Osprey Men-at-Arms #46)

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. Enrolment under normal circumstances, that is to say in time of comparable peace, was a rather similar process to that in use in some armies today.