AWA157 - Are there any other examples of gaining entry to a city using something like a Trojan horse?

AWA307 - Imitation Legionaries: Mark asks, 'did any of the friendly client states (i.e. Thrace, Cappadocia, Mauretania etc) try to copy Roman legions in terms of equipment, organisation, tactics etc?' Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

13 min listen

AWA306 - Did the Romans have an organised Medical Corps?: Thanks to Andy for sending this one in. 'I’m listening to SJA Turney’s Marius' Mules. Over the first three books, he frequently references the medical support for the legions. How developed were the medics? Were their skills another advantage for... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

14 min listen

AWA305 - What was the difference between bronze and iron?: In a second question from his postcard, Gus asks, what was the difference between bronze and iron weapons and armour in terms of availability, hardness, temper and penetrating ability? Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

9 min listen

AW304 - Invasion of the Celts: 'After two decades of war, Alexander's successors had found a delicate balance. When Ptolemy's wayward son managed to destabilize matters, the Celts grabbed their chance.' The Ancient Warfare team discuss the latest issue of the magazine XVII.2 I.... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

40 min listen

AWA303 - Who were the Thureophoroi?: In a new Ancient Warfare Answers postcard, Gus asks Thureophoroi - what were they? (light troops/peltast replacements)and where did they originate? Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

12 min listen

AWA302 - Why are there less writings on Roman imperial wars?: Aaron asks "On your comment about written battle accounts, were Empire era writings less common, lost to time, or were the generals less educated than Republic era generals?" Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

9 min listen

AW301 - Rams: In this episode of the podcast, Murray and Jasper are joined by to discuss rams on ships. Stephen is a PhD candidate at Texas A&M University studying Nautical Archaeology. His academic interests are Greek and Roman maritime history and... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

49 min listen

AWA300 - What really happened at the battle of Marathon?: To celebrate the 300th episode of the Ancient Warfare Podcast and Ancient Warfare Answers, Murray answers a curly one, what really happened at the battle of Marathon - Murray has forgotten who asked him this but is a 'big' question nonetheless! Join... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

19 min listen

AWA299 - Who or what made the decisions about where Roman army units were based or moved around the Empire?: 'A question for Murray, who or what made the decisions about where Roman army units were based or moved around the Empire? I am presuming if it were a vexillation from Hadrian's Wall to York, it would be a local commander's decision, but what if it... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

13 min listen

AWA298 - How were ancient negotiations organised?: Sara wonders how negotiations between different armies were practically arranged. For example, with Caesar in Gaul, several times he had some type of meetings with different groups. Such as the Helvetii before he had even established himself in Gaul.... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

12 min listen

AWA297 - Was Mons Graupius a great victory?: Murray answers this question set in by Tim. 'I'm wondering why historians generally accept that Mons Graupius was indeed a great victory for Agricola. My understanding is that Tacitus' account is the only written evidence we have, and... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

12 min listen

AWA296 - The Praetorian Guard: Nathan wonders how the Praetorian Guard was structured. Was it used in traditional combat or taken on campaigns? While not directly related to ancient warfare, why did the emperors continually use the Praetorian Guard despite their history of... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

17 min listen

AW295 - The Challenges of Campaigning: 'The time has come to take the fight to the enemy. How do you prepare? Can you rely on your guides, your allies, and your subordinates? Have you secured enough supplies?' The Ancient Warfare Magazine team get together to discuss issue XVII.1 . Join us... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

51 min listen

AWA294 - What really happened at the battle of Pydna?: Gregorio Gariglio asks, "could you please tell me what really happened at the Battle of Pydna and are the casualty rates that the sources give to us correct?" Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

18 min listen

AWA293 - Who were Rome's most remembered enemies?: Blake asks "Love your podcast, my question is about Ancient Roman Enemies and the most well remembered. My question is why do we talk about say Spartacus, Boudica or Hannibal over say Genseric or Shapur I? Especially since the latter were more... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

10 min listen

AWA292 - Who were the Hypaspists?: Matthew Tilley asks "who/what were hypastpists? I always hear very vague descriptions, or none at all." Murray gives his thoughts. Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

11 min listen

AWA291 - Who is Muray’s favourite general?: Murray answers three separate but closely related questions this week – from Floody77 – “Hi Murray, I was wondering who you're favourite ancient general was and why ?”; from Euchale : “Who do you think is one of the most underrepresented... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

11 min listen

AW290 - A Biography of Thermopylae: 'Since the dawn of the Classical Era up to World War II, thousands have lost their lives fighting over the pass at Thermopylae.' Jasper and Murray are joined by Michael Livingston and AW regular Myke Cole to discuss their new book, . Join us on Patron... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

50 min listen

AWA289 - Losing well: Patron Simon's second question asks 'Were there notions of "losing well" or instances of exemplary defeat in ancient warfare?' Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

9 min listen

AWA288 - Taking Position on the Right: Patron Simon (via postcard) asks 'It's often said that Greek armies put their best soldiers on the right. Given that predictability is exploitable, how and why did such a convention arise?' Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

11 min listen

AW287 - The Marcomannic Wars: 'Shortly after Marcus Aurelius came to power in AD 161, the Roman Empire was racked by a series of military crises. While unrest in Britain and a new war with Parthia were swiftly dealt with, the invasion of Roman territory by the Chatti and Chauci... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

42 min listen

AWA286 - Low Casualty figures: Murray answers a question from a 12-year-old fan from Italy, Greg - How many casualties were there really at Magnesia? The Roman sources say 53,000 for the Seleucids and only 350 Romans died. Is This true? Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

12 min listen

AWA285 - Where are the Light Armed Troops?: Responding to several comments on recent podcasts which have looked at heavy infantry, especially the Macedonian phalanx, Murray looks at the issue of light armed troops in ancient battle accounts. Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

12 min listen

AWA284 - Comparing the Byzantine conquest of Vandal North Africa with the Punic Wars: Mark wants to hear Murray's thoughts on comparing the Roman wars against the Vandals vs the Punic Wars. Mark writes, 'both the Roman-Vandal and Roman-Carthage wars occurred roughly in the same geographic area and included naval and land-based... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

11 min listen

AWA283 - Why did the Macedonian phalanx struggle against the Greek mercenary hoplites at Issus?: Murray answers this question from Jsoth, 'during the battle of Issus, it's my understanding that the Macedonian phalanx struggled and even lost ground against Darius' mercenary Greeks. I was under the impression that if facing off directly, the... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

12 min listen

AW282 - Alexander Attacks Persia: 'King at just 20, Alexander of Macedon spent two years securing his northern borders and Greece. In 334 he crossed the Hellespont to begin the campaign his father had prepared: the invasion of Achaemenid Persia.' The Ancient Warfare team discuss issue... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

45 min listen

AWA281 - What are you hoping to see when the scrolls from Herculaneum are scanned?: John asks 'What are your thoughts on the news that we are starting to be able to read some of the carbonised scrolls from Herculaneum. What do you think will be found when we can read them? What would you love to be located, rediscovered?' Join us on... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

11 min listen

AWA280 - When guides betray: Murray is asked, 'I am reading about Spanish Conquistadors. Since they were unfamiliar with the land, they would capture local tribe members and force them to act as guides. On many occasions, the guides would deliberately lead them astray to be... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

11 min listen

279 - Roman interactions with Dacia: Negrisan George writes, 'I Read about how the Dacians imposed high tribute on the Romans in the first century AD. I'm not an expert, but I think the Dacians were the only ones who received tribute from Roman Empire. And then I read how the... by Ancient Warfare Podcast

10 min listen

AW278 - Publius Quinctilius Varus and the Teutoburg Disaster: Murray talks with regular AW contributor Jo Ball about her new book from Pen & Sword on the career of Publius Quinctilius Varus and the Teutoburg Disaster of AD 9. Join us on Patron by Ancient Warfare Podcast

56 min listen

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