Wydawca: Osprey Publishing

Oprawa: miękka

Following the Balkan Wars of 1912-1913, the Ottoman Empire undertook a massive military retraining program. Although many histories have depicted the Ottomans as a poor fighting force, this was more often due to poor leadership and logistics. The typical Ottoman soldier, the asker, was tough, well-trained, and courageous. While fighting over varied terrain from Gallipoli, to Mesopotamia and to the ...

Wydawca: Osprey Publishing

Oprawa: miękka

Wydawca: Osprey Publishing

Oprawa: miękka

The introduction of the scutum in the 4th century BC revolutionized the way the Romans fought. Instead of being purely defensive, the shield became a weapon in its own right. Using the top edge or boss to punch an opponent, or the lower rim to smash down on their feet, it served to unbalance an enemy and allow the sword ...

Wydawca: Osprey Publishing

Oprawa: miękka

Wydawca: Osprey Publishing

Oprawa: miękka