The history of sieges is inextricably linked with the history of warfare and, beginning with the emergence of the first cities, traces the history and development of human civilization. The capacity to conduct sieges often proved decisive in war. The Romanswith their innate talent for construction and earthworksrapidly mastered and developed every conceivable siege technique, serving for centuries as an indispensable benchmark for anyone engaged in the art of war. Enriched with over 400 drawings, illustrations, tables, and useful appendices, this text outlines the history of sieges and the techniques employed by the Romans over the course of more than a thousand years. It offers a detailed analysis of the machines, strategies, and resources utilizedmany of which remained essentially unchanged as integral components of military arsenals throughout the Early Middle Ages and beyond, right up to the advent of firearms.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Cascarino, Giuseppe
Title
Obsidia
Details
Italian text, paperback, numerous illustrations. 360 pages.
