- Hardcover: 336 pages
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (13 Feb 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0471095702
- ISBN-13: 978-0471095705
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 16.3 x 2.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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"A unique and splendidly researched story, following the trials and triumphs of Julius Caesar′s Legio X––arguably the most famous legion of its day––from its activation to the slogging battle of Munda and from Thapsus, Caesar′s tactical masterpiece, to the grim siege of the Jewish fortress of Masada. More than a mere unit account; it incorporates the history of Rome and the Roman army at the heighth of their power and gory glory. Many military historians consider Caesar′s legions the world′s most efficient infantry before the arrival of gunpowder. This book shows why. Written in readable, popular style, CAESAR′S TENTH, is a must formilitary buffs and anyone interested in Roman history at a critical pointin European civilization." (T. R. Fehrenbach, author of THIS KIND OF WAR, LONE STAR, COMANCHES, and other distinguished works of history.)
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"A unique and splendidly researched story, following the trials and triumphs of Julius Caesar′s Legio X–arguably the most famous legion of its day–from its activation to the slogging battle of Munda and from Thapsus, Caesar′s tactical masterpiece, to the grim siege of the Jewish fortress of Masada. More than a mere unit account, it incorporates the history of Rome and the Roman army at the height of their power and gory glory. Many military historians consider Caesar′s legions the world′s most efficient infantry before the arrival of gunpowder. This book shows why. Written in readable, popular style, Caesar′s Legion is a must for military buffs and anyone interested in Roman history at a critical point in European civilization."
—T. R. Fehrenbach, author of This Kind of War, Lone Star, and Comanches
—T. R. Fehrenbach, author of This Kind of War, Lone Star, and Comanches
Stephen Dando–Collins paints a vivid and definitive portrait of daily life in the Tenth Legion as he follows Caesar and his men along the blood–soaked fringes of the Empire. This unprecedented regimental history reveals countless previously unknown details about Roman military practices, Caesar′s conduct as a commander and his relationships with officers and legionaries, and the daily routine and discipline of the Legion. From penetrating insights into the mind of history′s greatest general to a grunt′s–eye view of the gruesome realities of war in the Classical Age, this unique and riveting true account sets a new standard of exellence and detail to which all authors of ancient military history will now aspire.
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Caesars Legion - Hard work? Maybe not.,
By Chris1963 (London) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Caesars Legion: The Epic Saga of Julius Caesar's Elite Tenth Legion and the Armies of Rome (Paperback)
I got into this period in history by reading Conn Iggulden's Emperor Series which are absolutely great. I flicked through Amazon to find books that would offer me a little more factual information. I chose this book as my first attempt to get a better insight.Having waded through this book of a zillion troop movements I note with interest and some disappointment that one of the other reviews labels this book as 'confused and misinformed'. I stuck with the narrative explaining the movement of 30 odd roman legions around Europe spanning a couple of hundred years and the battles in which they fought. I worked my way through the Gallic Wars, The Civil War, The Battles that raged after Caesars death while Octavian fought for ultimate control. I stuck with it as the Roman Legions besieged Jerusalem and in truth, I couldn't put the book down. Yes, it is a little heavy going but I found it very interesting as a first factual read (or not if one of the other reviews is to be believed). Most importantly, given the scathing review, my interest is fuelled tenfold. I now wish to read much more on the subject to draw my own conclusions. There is no doubt, this book helps to bring to the readers attention some of the more pivotal battles in which the Tenth were involved. 'Nero's Killing Machine'(the 14th Legion)'from the same author, which I am reading now is doing the same. Using this book as a reference, I am currently creating a list of books relating to battles and commanders which will take me little further. If the other reviews are to be believed then maybe this is not not the greatest factual read for an expert but it has worked for me. Only gave it four stars for the fact that the constant log of the movements of other legions made me dizzy but that may not be a fair thing to have done. If that is what was happening then it had to be written about. This information was vital as an overview and incidental information about these legions has helped my perception of the wider picture. I look forward over the next few years to either agreeing or disagreeing with the 'confused and misinformed' review.
29 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
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Informative Look at Caesar's 10th Legion,
By Aussie Reader ""Rick"" (Canberra, Australia) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Caesar's Legion: The Epic Saga of Julius Caesar's Elite Tenth Legion and the Armies of Rome (Roman Legions) (Hardcover)
Firstly I must make an admission that I am no expect on this area of history. However I do appreciate a good historical account and that is what you will find with Dando-Collins book on the Roman 10th Legion. I have always enjoyed history books covering this period of time and I was prompted to buy this book after reading Major Clunn’s excellent book ‘In Quest of the Lost Legions’, which I would highly recommend to anyone interested in Roman history.In Stephen Dando-Collins book ‘Caesar’s Legion’ the reader is offered a rarely seen look at the battles and campaigns of Rome’s Legions during the time of Julius Caesar. The centerpiece of the book is the 10th Legion, raised by Julius Caesar and used by him throughout as his elite shock-troops. Not only does the book provide you with an interesting and detailed insight into the 10th Legion but also the author provides you with a detailed narrative of the battles and campaigns fought by Roman Legions throughout the known world. We read about the officers and men of the 10th Legion including its recruitment, training, makeup and organization along with detailed descriptions of their fighting. The book details all the known campaigns and battles, from the English Isles, Gaul and Italy to the Middle East. The story covers the campaigns against rebelling tribesman in Gaul and Germany to the many set piece battles against other Roman Legions during the Civil War. The narrative continues with the life of the 10th Legion after the death of its founder, Julius Caesar. We follow the Legionaries to the Jewish fortress of Masada and read about the campaign against the Jewish Zealots with its grim ending. The book is easy to read with a smooth and descriptive narrative. The story is well researched and has a number of maps to assist the reader in following the campaigns of the 10th Legion. No illustrations are provided which is a slight disappointment but more than made up for with the rich narrative. This is a great story and I am sure that anyone who enjoys good historical accounts with love this story of “Caesar’s Legion”.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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The Tenth Legion.,
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This review is from: Caesars Legion: The Epic Saga of Julius Caesar's Elite Tenth Legion and the Armies of Rome (Paperback)
I read the reviews of the book on-line first,before buying it and they were complimentary.So I brought one off Amazon.I started reading it and immediately knew it was going to be one of those books you cannot put down.The tribe names were an interesting part of the story for me.Long lost names that almost no-one remembers today but who fought and died to protect their way of life.Against a professional army led by a
gifted general who would become one of histories monumental leaders,Julius Caesar.After reading page after page of detailed campaigning against mostly scattered tribes.Who lacked the professionalism and equipment of the Romans.It began to dawn on me the huge loss of life that was going on in Caesars time.Hundreds of thousands of people killed and butchered even more sold into slavery.I read in another book that Gaul lost over a million men,women and children during Caesars campaign in Gaul.What terrible times to have lived in.This book puts alot of what you see in films into an historical order.Making events easier to understand.I hope this review helps you as this is much condensed.If you have any interest in the Roman world at the height of its powers this book is a must.
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