10 things you may not have known about the Greek Hoplites
The Greek word for military equipment roughly translates to hopla, and thus a hoplite simply pertained to the ancient version of the ‘man at arms’…
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Vikings And Their Warfare: 10 Things You Should Know
There is more to the fascinating scope of Viking warfare than just shooing away the misconception about their horned-helmets. So, without further ado, let us…
10 of the oddest military encounters recorded in history
While we have previously talked about cryptic underground temples and magnificently mysterious cathedrals, the military history side of affairs also has its fair share of…
Macedonian Phalanx: 5 Things You Should Know
By the very intrinsic nature of the Greek lands and topography, large-scale cavalry forces were never an option for most burgeoning city-states of Greece. This…
The Battle of Pelusium: ‘Cats’ and psychological edge lead Persians to victory
Often viewed as the first major battle fought between the burgeoning Achaemenid Empire and Ancient Egypt (still ruled by native Pharoahs), the Battle of Pelusium…
