The Athenian Army 507-322 BC

The Athenian Army from 507-322 BC saw significant reform with the establishment of ten tribes under Kleisthenes. These changes to military organization remained effective for nearly two centuries, until the rise of Macedon in the early 3rd century BC. This expertly written and well-illustrated study delves into the development and effectiveness of Athens' armies during their numerous conflicts with Greek rivals and the Persian Empire. With a careful analysis of troop types and battlefield tactics, this book explores the factors that contributed to the Athenian army's success and legacy in warfare, including their mobilization, training, and evolution of weapons and armor. Eight color plates provide visual reconstructions of the army's appearance at different points in its history, while photographs of surviving artifacts and informative captions enhance the authoritative text. By Nicholas Sekunda, with illustrations by Giuseppe Rava. 64 pages, softcover.