CLCV 2904 Lecture : Roman History 3.docx

• School: Carleton University
• Department: Classical Civilization
• Course: CLCV 2904
• Professor: Greg Fisher

Document Summary

One of the most important agents of roman policy. Impossible to talk about rome without mentioning this. Central institution in roman society, it was a duty and a right: made of any able bodied men younger than 46, eventually became a professional force. Having a citizen militia made it a more reliable force. Allies were citizens without vote, latins and etruscans: had to be a roman citizen and own property. Heavy infantry was the main force, cavalry sucks and costs too much. 1000, 10 000 people: changed over time, training in the spring, campaigned in the summer, working in the fall, growing professionalism. Early army known as servian army (servius tullius) Backbone is still infantry, much cheaper and easier to get more. Stirrups were not invented yet so cavalry aren"t really useful. Polybian legion: still based on infantry (3rd century) Basic makeup: legion: 4,200 infantry and 300 cavalry, cavalry: equites/wealthiest. Divided into 10 groups of 30 (*equestrian order*)