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by Aelianus (Author), Henry Augustus (Other)
The Tactics of Aelian is a book written by Aelianus in 1814, which provides a comprehensive overview of the military system of the ancient Greeks. The book covers various aspects of the Greek military, including their tactics, weapons, and strategies. Aelianus draws upon his own experiences as a soldier and commander, as well as the writings of other ancient authors, to provide a detailed and insightful account of the Greek military.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Greek military. The first chapter provides an overview of the Greek army, including its organization and structure. This is followed by chapters on the various types of soldiers in the Greek army, including hoplites, cavalry, and archers. Aelianus also discusses the various weapons used by the Greeks, including swords, spears, and bows.The book also covers tactics used by the Greeks in battle, including formation and strategy. Aelianus provides detailed descriptions of various battle formations, such as the phalanx, and discusses the importance of coordination and communication on the battlefield. He also discusses the role of generals and commanders in the Greek army, and the importance of leadership and strategy in achieving victory.Overall, The Tactics of Aelian is an important historical document that provides valuable insight into the military system of the ancient Greeks. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient military history, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the tactics and strategies used by one of the most powerful military forces of the ancient world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
