Bishop, M.C.
Roman Plate Armour (Elite)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472851871
- author:
- Bishop, M.C.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Osprey Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 18.2 x 1 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Weapons,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Roman Plate Armour by M.C. Bishop is a comprehensive study of the articulated plate armour worn by Roman legionaries. First identified by Renaissance historians as lorica segmentata, its origins were shrouded in mystery until significant archaeological discoveries shed light on its development and use. The earliest finds date back to the late 1st century BC, with examples discovered at Kalkriese in Germany and Corbridge in Britain. These finds reveal how rapidly this type of armour was adopted, despite initial concerns about its fragility. Recent excavations have uncovered a complete set of cuirasses at Kalkriese, providing valuable insights into the practical strengths and weaknesses of this form of armour. This book features specially commissioned artwork and draws upon the latest findings to provide a detailed understanding of Roman plate armour. With years of experience from reenactors and scientific analysis, it offers a unique perspective on this revolutionary form of armour that played a key role in the Roman Army's success.
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