Search Results: Ancient Uniforms & Equipment from Viceroy Books

University Park, Illinois, U.S.A.: Osprey Pub Co, 1990. New book, 48 pages, MAA218. By the 15th century BC the valley of Hwang Ho was dominated by a palace-based military caste which owed its supremacy to a monopoly of bronze-working techniques among a still mainly Stone Age population. To the Shang Dynasty, war was a means of legitimising the power of their new aristocracy. This fascinating volume by C. J. Peers covers the period of China's history from the first documented civilisation to the establishment of an enduring unified empire, examining the history, organisation, uniform and weapons of ancient Chinese armies. Contents: Introduction, Chronology, The Shang Dynasty, The Western Chou, The Eastern Chou, The 4th and 3rd Centuries, The Ch'in Empire, Tactical & Strategic Doctrine, Ten Decisive Battles, The Plates.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Concord Publications, 1999. New book, CN6005, 47 pages, 20 colour artworks by Angus McBride. This book is essentially a military review of the Ancient Armies. Each of the forces featured is illustrated by a page of text, and a magnificient colour artwork by renowned artist Angus Mcbride. Covers: Sumerians 2500BC, Egyptian Horemhab fighting Nubians 14thC. BC, Hittites 14thC. BC, Syrian 14thC. BC, Egyptian Pharaoh Ramesses II at Qadesh 130BC, Tiglath-Pileser III King of Assyria 8thC. BC, Hoplites 7thC. BC, Nabopolassar King of Babylon 612BC, Cyrus King of the Persians 539BC, Battle of Salamis 480BC, Etruscans 5thC. BC, Alexander the Great at Tyre 332BC, Alexander the Great at Hydaspes 326BC, Carthaginian and Celt 218BC, Carthaginian African Cavalry at Trebia 218BC, Cartaginian War Elephant 218BC, Carthaginians at Zama 202BC, Seleucid War Elephant 190BC, Romans and Gauls 52BC, Celtic British Chariots 1stC. BC. . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Concord Publications, 1999. New book, CN6005, 47 pages, 20 colour artworks by Angus McBride. This book is essentially a military review of the Ancient Armies. Each of the forces featured is illustrated by a page of text, and a magnificient colour artwork by renowned artist Angus Mcbride. Covers: Sumerians 2500BC, Egyptian Horemhab fighting Nubians 14thC. BC, Hittites 14thC. BC, Syrian 14thC. BC, Egyptian Pharaoh Ramesses II at Qadesh 130BC, Tiglath-Pileser III King of Assyria 8thC. BC, Hoplites 7thC. BC, Nabopolassar King of Babylon 612BC, Cyrus King of the Persians 539BC, Battle of Salamis 480BC, Etruscans 5thC. BC, Alexander the Great at Tyre 332BC, Alexander the Great at Hydaspes 326BC, Carthaginian and Celt 218BC, Carthaginian African Cavalry at Trebia 218BC, Cartaginian War Elephant 218BC, Carthaginians at Zama 202BC, Seleucid War Elephant 190BC, Romans and Gauls 52BC, Celtic British Chariots 1stC. BC. . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Oxford, United Kingdom: Osprey Pub Co, 1986. New book, 64 pages, ELI007. The cradle of western civilisation, the ancient Greek world, consisted of a series of independent city states some of which, such as Athens and Sparta, became major world powers. This authoritative volume by Nicholas Sekunda covers Greek warfare in the Classical Period, which stretches from the Greek victories over the Persian Empire to the death of Alexander the Great at the end of the 4th century. The book includes such famous battles such as Marathon, Thermopylae and Salamis and offers a detailed account of Greek military dress during this period, supported by 12 full colour plates by Angus McBride. Contents: Introduction; Hoplite Warfare; 5th Century Cavalry; The Peloponnesian; The Lakedaimonian Hegemony; The Expansion of Thebes; The Plates: Key Notes.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Botley, Oxford, United Kingdom: Osprey Publishing, Limited, 1982. New book, 48 pages, MAA121. 42 photos and illustrations, 8 pages of colour illustrations. The epic conflict between Rome and Carthage remains one of the most compelling stories of military history. The wars included such legendary events as the crossing of the Alps by Hannibal, and the Battle of Cannae. Terence Wise's fine text details the armies of both sides of the wars, including the many different allied troops employed by the Carthaginians; Numidians, Celts, Spanish and others who helped make the army one of the most colourful and cosmopolitan of its day. The text is accompanied by numerous illustrations and photographs, including eight full page colour plates by Richard Hook. Campaign 36 and Men-at-Arms 121 are also available in a single volume special edition as ‘Hannibal’s War with Rome’. . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Hook, Richard. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Concord Publications, 1998. New book, CN6004. 47 pages, 20 colour artworks by Angus McBride. This book is essentially a military review of the Barbarian invasions from the 5th century BC to the 10th century AD in Europe. Each of the people featured is illustrated by a page of text, and a magnificient colour artwork by renowned artist Angus Mcbride. Covers: Celtic 4thC. BC, Scythian Raiders in Thrace 5thC. BC, Celtic Raiders in Italy 375BC, Celtiberian 2ndC. BC, Celt & German 100BC, Romans northern england 1stC. AD, Alamanni 3rdC. AD, Burgundians 4thC. AD, Francs 4thC. AD, Goths and Sarmatian 4thC. AD, Attila 5thC. AD, Visigoths 451AD, Vandal and Alan 5thC. AD, Saxon 6thC. AD, Avar & Bulgar 8thC. AD, Lombard 8thC. AD, Viking 9thC. AD, Viking 10thC. AD, Magyars 10thC. AD, . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Concord Publications, 1998. New book, CN6004. 47 pages, 20 colour artworks by Angus McBride. This book is essentially a military review of the Barbarian invasions from the 5th century BC to the 10th century AD in Europe. Each of the people featured is illustrated by a page of text, and a magnificient colour artwork by renowned artist Angus Mcbride. Covers: Celtic 4thC. BC, Scythian Raiders in Thrace 5thC. BC, Celtic Raiders in Italy 375BC, Celtiberian 2ndC. BC, Celt & German 100BC, Romans northern england 1stC. AD, Alamanni 3rdC. AD, Burgundians 4thC. AD, Francs 4thC. AD, Goths and Sarmatian 4thC. AD, Attila 5thC. AD, Visigoths 451AD, Vandal and Alan 5thC. AD, Saxon 6thC. AD, Avar & Bulgar 8thC. AD, Lombard 8thC. AD, Viking 9thC. AD, Viking 10thC. AD, Magyars 10thC. AD, . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Osprey Pub Co, 2011. New book, 64 pages, WAR153. More than a century has passed past since German archeologist Heinrich Schliemann discovered the treasures of Bronze Age Mycenae. The richly decorated artifacts of the entombed warriors, whose bodies still lay in their graves, confirmed that Homer's epic The Iliad was based upon true events, and that the Achaeans described in his poems probably did exist. Through a combined study of the mythical tradition, archeological findings, and written sources, this fascinating addition to the Warrior series explores the evolution of warfare in the Bronze Age Greek world. Covering weaponry, clothing, helmets, and body armor, it provides a richly illustrated guide to the warriors who have shone from the pages of Homer's poem for almost three millennia. . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Rava, Giuseppe. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Oxford, United Kingdom: Osprey Publishing, Limited, 2001. New book, 64 pages, WAR030. In the 1st century BC, Strabo wrote of the Celts: ‘The whole race... is madly fond of war, high-spirited and quick to battle... and on whatever pretext you stir them up, you will have them ready to face danger, even if they have nothing on their side but their own strength and courage’. This book gives an insight into the life of the Celtic warrior, and his experience of battle, on foot, on horseback, and as a charioteer. It also details Celtic society and studies the vital ritual nature of Celtic warfare, from the naked gaesatae to the woad-painted warriors. Covers: Chronology, The warrior in Celtic society, Appearance and equipment, The field of battle, Aftermath, Places to visit.. Soft Cover. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Osprey Pub Co, 2016. New book, 80 pages, WPN43. An ancient design, emerging from Central Asia in the second millennium BC, the composite bow was adopted by a staggering variety of cultures, from nomadic tribal peoples such as the Huns, Turks and Mongols, to mighty empires such as the Romans, Byzantines, Persians, Arabs and Chinese. Offering high power and portability, the composite bow was an ideal cavalry weapon, though it was also used by infantry in open battle and as a siege weapon. In this important study, an expert on Eastern military technology tells the story of this extraordinary piece of military hardware; how it was made and how various cultures developed differing tactics for using it. He explains why the composite bow achieved such stunning successes and how it endured as a weapon of choice for thousands of years.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Dennis, Peter. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Tall.

Osprey Pub Co, 1995. New book, 48 pages, MAA283. The early Romans were only one of a number of peoples that inhabited Iron Age central Italy. From the 8th to the 3rd century BC, the Romans undertook territorial expansion, and conflict with neighbouring tribes and cultures resulted in open war, most notably with the Samnites. Alliances were created too - but the rise of Rome was unstoppable. This title covers the equipment, weaponry and dress of the early Romans, from the traditional foundation in 753 BC to the third century BC, where the dominance of Rome was beyond challenge. It also deals with developments in warfare, covering the early cavalry, the pre-hoplite army, the hoplite army and the manipular army. Etruscan, Latin, and Samnite warfare are also discussed. . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Hook, Richard. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Osprey Pub Co, 2011. New book, 64 pages, WAR156. The prototypical 'Roman Legionnaire' often seen on television and in movies is actually the product of nearly a millennium of military development. Far back in the Bronze Age, before the city of Rome existed, a loose collection of independent hamlets eventually formed into a village. From this base, the earliest Roman warriors launched cattle raids and ambushes against their enemies. At some point during this time, the Romans began a period of expansion, conquering land and absorbing peoples. Soon, they had adopted classical Greek fighting methods with militia forming in phalanxes. This book covers the evolution of the earliest Roman warriors and their development into an army that would eventually conquer the known world. . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by O'Brogain, Sean. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

University Park, Illinois, U.S.A.: Osprey Pub Co, 1996. New book, 64 pages, WAR017. The 3rd to the 6th centuries saw the collapse of the classical Mediterranean civilization and the emergence of new states in western Europe based on the Germanic warrior society. This book focuses particularly on the men who made up the retinues of the Germanic warlords who carved kingdoms out of the carcass of the West Roman Empire. Although sources are scarce, Simon MacDowall constructs a convincing picture, using evidence from Roman historians, German archaeology and Anglo-Saxon poetry. The warriors' society, hierarchy, training, equipment, appearance, tactics and style of fighting are all examined, building a comprehensive portrait of the Germanic warrior in this period.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Oxford, United Kingdom: Osprey Pub Co, 2006. New book, 64 pages, WAR111. The Huns were the most feared barbarians of the Ancient world, known to their Roman enemies as the 'scourge of god'. Superb horsemen and excellent archers, they fought with a reflex composite-bow that could penetrate armour at 100 metres. In battle they would rush into the fray with surprising speed and apparent chaos, maintaining an incessant barrage until the enemy was sufficiently weakened; thus their very name came to epitomise swift, merciless destruction. This book explores the rise of the Huns and their development in terms of equipment, tactics and society, from their first attacks on the Goths to the death of the Emperor Justinian, including the great battle of Chalons and the reign of Attila. Contents: Introduction, Chronology, Hun Society, Appearance, dress and equipment, On Campaign, Glossary, Bibliography, Index.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Hook, Christa. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

University Park, Illinois, U.S.A.: Osprey Pub Co, 2003. New book, 64 pages, WAR072. Between AD 161 and 244 the Roman legions were involved in wars and battles on a scale not seen since the late Republic. Legions were destroyed in battle, disbanded for mutiny and rebellion and formed to wage wars of conquest and defence. This volume explores the experience of the imperial legionary, concentrating on Legio II Parthica. Raised by the emperor Septimus Severus in AD 193/4, it was based at Albanum near Rome and as the emperor's personal legion, became one of the most important units in the empire. Covers: Chronology, Enlistment, Training, Appearance and equipment, Everyday life, Experience of battle, Museums, Collecting, Re-enactment.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

University Park, Illinois, U.S.A.: Osprey Pub Co, 2003. New book, 64 pages, WAR072. Between AD 161 and 244 the Roman legions were involved in wars and battles on a scale not seen since the late Republic. Legions were destroyed in battle, disbanded for mutiny and rebellion and formed to wage wars of conquest and defence. This volume explores the experience of the imperial legionary, concentrating on Legio II Parthica. Raised by the emperor Septimus Severus in AD 193/4, it was based at Albanum near Rome and as the emperor's personal legion, became one of the most important units in the empire. Covers: Chronology, Enlistment, Training, Appearance and equipment, Everyday life, Experience of battle, Museums, Collecting, Re-enactment.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by McBride, Angus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Osprey Pub Co, 1992. New book, 64 pages, ELI042. The Persian Empire grew in the vacuum left by Assyria's destruction of the Kingdom of Elam. Prince Teispes captured Anshan, once a stonghold of the Elamites. His father, Achaemenes is the person who is apparently responsible for training and organising the early Persian army and it is his name that is the beginning of the royal line of Achaemenian Kings. It is a dynasty which includes Darius the Great - the finest ruler of the Achaemenid era. The army he commanded included the infamous 'Immortals', who formed the elite of the Persian army, their numbers always kept to exactly 10,000 men. Contents: The Persian Army 560-330 BC - The Persian National Army - Darius the Great - War in the West - 4th Century Setbacks and Reforms.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Chew, Simon. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Osprey Pub Co, 1994. New book, 64 pages, ELI050. The Praetorian Guard of Imperial Rome was the power behind the throne, with the ability to make or break an emperor. As the main body of troops in Rome, they were the emperor's instrument to discourage plotting and rebellion and to crush unrest. The emperor's most immediate line of defence, they could also be his most deadly enemies. This book details the organization, dress and history of the Praetorian Guard from the time of the late Republic to the Guard's effective destruction at the battle of Milvian Bridge in AD 312. Numerous illustrations vividly depict the uniforms and weaponry of this elite fighting unit. . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Hook, Richard. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Oxford, United Kingdom: Osprey Publishing, Limited, 1984. New book, 40 pages, MAA046. Although the common Roman fighting men themselves have left no account, much literature has survived from antiquity. The wealth of archaeological finds, plus the study of surviving Roman scultpure has allowed hisorians to learn much about the nature of the Roman army which conquered an astonishing expanse of territory. Michael Simkins brings all his substantial knowledge to bear on this fascinating subject, covering such topics as army composition, recruitment, training, campaign routine and providing a wealth of detail on weapons, uniforms and equipment. . Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Embleton, Ron. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

University Park, Illinois, U.S.A.: Osprey Pub Co, 1979. New book, 40 pages, MAA093. The year of 122 was the first time a Roman Emperor had set foot in the Province of Britannia since the invasion in AD 43. No doubt he had read many reports concerning the damage caused by marauding tribesmen crossing from what is now Scotland into the Province. Hadrian, therefore, decided - in the words of his biographer - 'to build a wall to separate the Romans from the Barbarians'. This engaging work from author Michael Simkins explores in depth the organisation, equipment, weapons and armour of the Roman Army from Hadrian to Constantine, one of the most exciting periods in Roman history.. Soft Cover. As New. Illus. by Embleton, Ron. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.