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Another very welcome new release from Osprey for anyone with an interest in the ancient world. --Military Modelcraft International
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The Roman Navy, although somewhat overshadowed by the legions, played an important role for the Roman Empire. For the Army to conquer and rule its vast territories, control of the sea lanes was essential. The navy fleets needed to be structured and powerful in order to dominate the trade routes, transport legions and defend and attack against pirates and other enemies. Under Augustus in 31BC, the navy consisted of 800 warships with many being sent to Ravenna and Misenus in Italy, and smaller squadrons to the external coasts and to the major rivers to support land operations. This book provides a detailed re-evaluation of the vital contribution made by the Roman navy to Roman imperial power, covering the organisation of the fleets and the everyday life of the soldiers. Previously unpublished research is complemented by superb colour reconstructions of the uniforms and equipment, making this a central resource on a neglected piece of ancient history.
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You'd almost be forgiven for thinking that the Roman navy ceased to exist after 31BC. Octavian gains command of the Mediterranean after Actium, and the fleet seems to disappear from history, at least as most books are concerned. This is the point at which Raffaele D'Amato begins, covering the next five centuries.
The book addresses all the usual kind areas to be found in an Osprey - the fleets themselves; organisation & crews, ranks, recruitment and service; clothing, armour and weapons; the ships themselves; and seaborne warfare. A few surprises are thrown up to combat our misconceptions and suppositions. For example, it is commonly believed, on the basis of one single literary reference, that all naval personnel wore blue clothing as a camouflage, but archaeological analysis suggests that red was in use too. Graham Sumner's accompanying colour plates are of the usual high standard.
Readers interested in the Roman navy may also wish to take a look at the more thorough Roman Britain and the Roman Navy.
The book addresses all the usual kind areas to be found in an Osprey - the fleets themselves; organisation & crews, ranks, recruitment and service; clothing, armour and weapons; the ships themselves; and seaborne warfare. A few surprises are thrown up to combat our misconceptions and suppositions. For example, it is commonly believed, on the basis of one single literary reference, that all naval personnel wore blue clothing as a camouflage, but archaeological analysis suggests that red was in use too. Graham Sumner's accompanying colour plates are of the usual high standard.
Readers interested in the Roman navy may also wish to take a look at the more thorough Roman Britain and the Roman Navy.
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I write historical fiction and books like this are invaluable. Well done to Osprey (again)and well done to the writer and illustrator.
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Like most Osprey titles this is an excellent 'little' book. It gives a brief history of the Roman Navy and where it originated and why. With stunning colourful pictures of the men involved and their vivid uniforms its a great edition for anyone's library who has an interest in the Roman Empire.
If you buy it from Amazon you'll get it a lot cheaper than from the likes of Waterstones. Highly recommended, the only reason I haven't given it five stars is because like most Osprey titles its as slim as slim and you can read it from cover to cover in no time!
If you buy it from Amazon you'll get it a lot cheaper than from the likes of Waterstones. Highly recommended, the only reason I haven't given it five stars is because like most Osprey titles its as slim as slim and you can read it from cover to cover in no time!
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