Byzantine or Roman?
I recognise that there are lots of reasons for calling them Romans — possibly I’d even say that’s the label that on balance makes a bit more sense. But I still lean toward calling them Byzantines.
Continue reading “byzantine or roman?”A time lapse illustration of an assortment of ancient warriors, from the 13th century BC to the 7th century AD
Immortals, 300-style vs Persian Wars-style
A vaguely rhyming A to Z of warriors from all over the world, from the Bronze Age to today.
Speed draw of a Mongol lancer, terror of the 13th century.
The evolution of Roman and Byzantine infantry, from the dawn of Rome to the fall of Constantinople and beyond.
The arming process of the 1st century-Roman centurion, of 100-men-commanding, stick-on-back-breaking, faith-in-the-Messiah-having fame.
Behold my first(ish) book! Bug Eyed Roman Soldiers now available on Kindle, a visual odyssey featuring all your favourite magnificently chunky and only slightly dodgy caricatures kitted out in the finest weapons and armour.
Speed draw of the fearsome Space Marines, defenders of man in the 41st millennium.
Speed draw of the evolution of Greek warriors from the Bronze Age to Byzantium, in all their bronze clad glory.
Remember, My Lord 