The Varangian Guards were Viking mercenaries who operated far beyond their native shores as an elite force within the Byzantine Armies. The Varangians wore mixtures of their... Læs mere
A fully illustrated study of the 6th-century campaigns that saw the Byzantine Empire largely reconquer the Mediterranean, examining Emperor Justinian I’s generals and troops in detail.
This book draws upon the latest research to identify, explain and illustrate the standards used by the Roman armies of the Late Empire.
An illustrated examination of the technology, tactics, and operations of the ancient world's maritime superpower.
Lavishly illustrated and drawing upon the latest archaeological findings, a complete re-evaluation of the appearance, role, and influence of Rome's most famous soldiers – during the five centuries of the Roman Empire's greatest extent and influence.
An illustrated study into the deployments and appearance of Roman legionary, auxiliary, and allied units in the Western half of the Empire in the turbulent decades between 200 and 300 AD.
Drawing upon up-to-date archaeological research, an in-depth study of the Roman army units based in the Eastern provinces during the first two centuries of the Empire.
More than a century has passed past since German archeologist Heinrich Schliemann discovered the treasures of Bronze Age Mycenae. Through a combined study of the... Læs mere
This beautifully illustrated title covers the history and armies of the powerful military kingdom founded by the Normans in southern Italy and Sicily, while William the Conqueror was invading England.
Features historical and archaeological research into the mysterious and powerful confederations of raiders who troubled the Eastern Mediterranean in the last half of the Bronze Age.