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Journey through a tumultuous past to the epic clashes that forged civilizations and decided the fate of empires. This comprehensive volume explores twenty-five of the ancient world's most significant and consequential battles, spanning millennia of conflict. From the earliest recorded chariot battle at Megiddo to the desperate final stands of the Roman Empire, each chapter offers a guided tour of a pivotal moment where history was written in blood, and the destinies of millions were determined in a single, violent afternoon. Witness the tactical genius of Hannibal at Cannae, stand with Leonidas's Spartans at Thermopylae, and march with Caesar's legions at the epic siege of Alesia. The narrative brings to life the evolution of warfare, from the dominance of the war chariot and the rise of the disciplined Greek phalanx to the flexible and seemingly unstoppable Roman legion. Relive the great naval encounters that decided wars, such as the climactic clash of triremes at Salamis, and explore the complex art of siegecraft that brought down the world's most formidable cities. Go beyond a simple chronicle of bloodshed and delve deep into the strategic context that shaped each conflict. Understand the motivations for war, from the relentless drive for resources and territory to clashes of ideology and personal ambition. Explore the lives of the soldiers who fought and died, from citizen-hoplites to professional legionaries, and learn the secrets of the legendary commanders-Alexander the Great, Scipio Africanus, and others-whose leadership, courage, and tactical brilliance turned the tide of battle and altered the course of history. Each battle is presented not merely as an isolated event, but as a decisive turning point with significant and lasting consequences. Discover how the shocking defeat in the Teutoburg Forest forever halted Rome's expansion into Germania, how the Battle of Leuctra shattered the myth of Spartan invincibility, and how the naval showdown at Actium ended the Roman Republic and gave birth to an empire. This is the story of ambition and innovation, of courage and brutality-the story of the great battles that shaped the ancient world.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9798302974563
  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 166
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 9 mm
  • Width: 152 mm
  • ISBN-10: 8302974560
  • Publisher Date: 07 Dec 2024
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Series Title: Great Battles of History
  • Weight: 281 gr


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