The Roman Army was the most dominant force in Europe during the Roman Empire due to superior leadership, technology, logistics, tactics and training and due to the inferiority and disorganisation of opposition. The Roman Army consisted of between 25 and 35 legions of 5240 legionnaires each the Roman Empire fell because this army was stretched thin across the empire. The Empire started in 44 BC when Julius Caesar was appointed perpetual dictator of Rome and ended on the 4th September 476 AD and the army was absolutely essential to the dominance of the empire. The roman armies leadership was very strong and responsible for their advanced tactics. The roman leadership helped the army keep together in tight situations.
Alexander The Great took over the kingdom and raised it to become one of the most powerful empires which wasn’t easy. He did all he could with all his power and effort to show that he was worth being called the great. Many people such as Plutarch and Arrian, said how alexander was a hard worker and how he put endless effort to win and become the greatest. He fought for his empire and won and was so overpowered compared to other governments who
Rome also had the most advanced technology in the military department. They had the advantages they needed over all of the other territories. Rome wanted full control of everywhere around them, and that’s what they aimed the highest for. The Romans did seek empire, they did not back into it, their government was unequal, citizens had to believe everything the government told them, and they conquered other territories to make their empire
How significant was William’s military prowess to his claim to the throne of England? William the Conqueror had a very weak claim to the throne – if you really think about it – and his ultimate claim of the throne was down to quite a few reasons. For example, the weaknesses in the claims of others also trying to gain the throne as well as Harold’s oath in 1064; however the most significant reason was his military prowess. William’s military prowess and the new type of warfare he demonstrated to Anglo-Saxon England was one of the most significant reasons he succeeded in claiming the English throne. He was a very experienced and ruthless military commander, ruler and administrator who had unified Normandy and inspired fear and respect outside of his duty.
Finally, Hannibal was an amazing general who was able to masterfully organize, govern and lead a completely heterogeneous army, comprised of Africans, Spaniards, Celtic tribesmen, Gauls and mercenaries, and unite them in their collective fight against Rome. Hannibal’s military education had begun at an early age. He was born during the
It was mandatory for every white male age 18-45. In April 1862, the Confederacy adopted the draft. The draft was controversial, especially among the working class, because the rich could "buy their way out" for $300 or hire a substitute. The draft stopped in early 1973. In 1980, Congress re-instated the requirement that young men register with the Selective Service System.
Spartan weaponry and tactics are well known because of their effectiveness and power. The Greeks made up this next fighting formation but the Spartans, with their high military fitness, took it to another level. The word phalanx was created the poet Homer. Soldiers in heavy armor carried Hoplon shield. Hoplites were named after the shield that they carried.
From being the first to use iron in their weapons, uses different techniques for war, to using things for different purposes; Assyrians were the strongest of their time. The Assyrians had the most advanced weapons of their time. The Assyrians were the first to use iron in spears, swords, shields and armor. Against iron spears and swords, bronze shields were useless. Their arrows were tipped in iron, the strongest metal of the time.
Since its declaration of independence from Great Britain, the United States has experienced wars of many different sorts. Each war introduced a new kind of warfare. The Revolutionary War introduced for the first time in American history, the idea of naval warfare. Ships were armed with dozens guns and carried several dozens of men. The musket, armed with its bayonet as well as the cannon proved to be worthy weaponry advancements in the infantry together with various pistols.
Justine Bade History 101-005 Alexender the Great One of our greatest military leaders in history was Alexander the Great. He had masterful strategy and tactics on the battlefield. He also exhibited a great dynamic leadership. He was extremely brave and politically cunning. His great achievements in both conquests and government caused him to become a legendary figure.