Greek and Roman Artillery 399 BC–AD 363 (New Vanguard) - Softcover

Campbell, Duncan B

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1841766348 ISBN 13: 9781841766348

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 2003

Synopsis

The catapult (katapeltikon) was invented under the patronage of Dionysius I, tyrant of Syracuse, in the 4th century bc. At first only the arrow-firing variant was used, and it was not until the reign of Alexander the Great that stone-projecting catapults were introduced. The Romans adopted these weapons during the Punic Wars and further developed them, before introducing the new arrow-firing ballista and stone-throwing onager. This title traces the often controversial design, development and construction of these weapons throughout the history of the classical world.

About this title

From the Publisher:

The unrivalled illustrated reference on fighting vehicles, transport and artillery through the ages. Each volume is illustrated throughout, making these books uniquely accessible to history enthusiasts of all ages.

About the Author:

Dr Duncan B Campbell is a specialist in ancient Greek and Roman warfare. He published his first paper in 1984 as an undergraduate at Glasgow University and produced a complete re-assessment of Roman siegecraft for his PhD. Over the years his work has appeared in several international journals. He lives near the Antonine Wall in Scotland with his wife and son.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1841766348
• ISBN 13: 9781841766348
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Delf Brian