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Ancient Warriors
When you Google most "greatest" topics in ancient history, you need to insert the keyword "ancient". Not so for warriors or military leaders, although the medieval, rather than ancient, Genghis Khan may dominate your list. Great ancient military leaders and tacticians have had a lasting impact on the military; modern military schools study some of their battle tactics.

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Ancient Warriors
When you try to Google most "greatest" topics in ancient history, you need to insert the keyword "ancient". Not so for warriors or military leaders.
War Gods and Goddesses
List of gods and goddesses of war from various countries and cultures.
Roman Army
The Roman army developed from the Greek form to a superlative fighting machine that conquered much of the known world.
Prepare for War - Latin Quote from Vegetius
Latin quote from Vegetius. Prepare for war and the Latin version of the quote from Vegetius.
The Military Institutions of the Romans by Flavius Vegetius Renatus
Vegetius on the military -- 'De Re Militari' -- (A.D. 390) in English translation.
SAMH
Homepage for the Society of Ancient Military Historians. Accepts members interested in promoting and sharing in the study of Ancient Military History.

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