A Study of Ancient Roman Amphibious and Offensive Sea-Ground Task Force Operations [Hardcover]

Valentine J. Belfiglio (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 2001 | ISBN-10: 0773475583 | ISBN-13: 978-0773475588

This volume explores Roman amphibious warfare from the assault against Carthage in 204BC, to the invasion of Britain in 43AD. It examines the nature, capabilities, limitations, and characteristics of Roman amphibious operations, within a framework conceived by the US Joint Chiefs of Staff. It should be of interest to scholars of ancient and military history, marine warfare, as well as those in military academies.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 135 pages
• Publisher: Edwin Mellen Pr (January 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0773475583
• ISBN-13: 978-0773475588
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,270,295 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Many books describe ancient Roman warfare on land or sea. This is the only book which describes in detail theimport role of the, January 14, 2009

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Many excellent books describe the Roman stategies and techniques of Roman land and sea warfare. This book is the first and only volume to describe in detail the critcal role of the Roman Marine Corps. It is an absolute must for the scholar of ancient or military history.