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Logistics of the Roman Army At War, The - 264 B.C.-A.D. 235

By: Brill

Type: Hardcover

Product Line: Historical Reference Books (Brill)

Last Stocked on 4/9/2024

Product Info

Title
Logistics of the Roman Army At War, The - 264 B.C.-A.D. 235
Publisher
Category
Author
Jonathan Roth
Publish Year
1999
Pages
400
Dimensions
6.5x9.75x1.25"
NKG Part #
2148120658
Type
Hardcover

Description

Relying on a variety of literary, documentary and archaeological sources, this work explores the Roman military supply system from the Punic Wars to the end of the Principate. Each chapter is devoted to a different aspect of logistics: supply needs and rations; packs, trains and military servants; foraging and requisition; supply lines; sources of supply; administration; and the impact of logistics on Roman warfare.

As a whole the book traces the development of the Roman logistics into a highly sophisticated supply system - a vital element in the success of Roman arms. In addition, it makes a critical study of important technical questions of Roman logistics, such as the size of the soldier's grain ration, the function of military servants, and the changes in logistical management under the Republic and Empire.