Peter Connolly

[Alexandr K]

Very sad news, indeed. For a very long time a translation of a short book for children by Peter Connolly was virtually the only book about Roman army available in Czech language (not counting a translation of Vegetius). Naturally Peter's book was the first and main source of inspiration for most Czech ancient warfare enthusiasts, who grew up with this treasure written and wonderfully illustrated by him. I spent many hours with this short publication. Later, when I began to acquire literature from abroad, Peter's much larger "Greece and Rome at War" was obviously one of the first English books I bought (barely able to read in English at all by that time).

So, I too must thank Peter for having been one of the sparks that ignited the flame of interest in Roman/ancient warfare/history/culture in me. I'm sure there are more such people in Czech Republic.

Thank you, Peter.

My condolences to his family and friends.

Alexandr