Table of Contents

Introduction
Chronology
Recruitment
Training
Appearance
Equipment
Conditions of service
Belief and belonging
On Campaign
The experience of battle
Aftermath
Glossary
Further reading, websites etc
Index

Promotional Information

A detailed study of the men who manned the legions in a crucial period in the history of Ancient Rome. It will appeal to anyone interested in the military history of the Ancient World, especially modellers, war gamers and re-enactors.

About the Author

Dr Ross Cowan is a British author and historian. He is a specialist in Roman warfare and makes occasional forays into Scottish military history. For more information, and examples of his work, please visit http://independent.academia.edu/RossCowan
Seán Ó'Brógáin lives and works in Donegal, Ireland. He has a BA (Hons) in Scientific and Natural History illustration from Lancaster University and has worked for a wide range of clients. These include Manchester University, An Post, the National Museum of Ireland, the Irish Office of Public Works, as well for a variety media companies, museums, councils, and private individuals.