08-11-2008, 07:25 PM
Hello,
Let me first introduce myself. I recently joined because I want to learn more about Roman military history, both from a general interest point of view as well as to support a hobby of mine, miniature wargaming. I'm currently building a Late Republican army for use with the Warhammer Ancient Battles rule-set.
Now my question: I was watching series 2 of Rome (HBO). At some point just before the battle of Philippi, there is reference to the fact that the army of Mark Anthony uses a Heron as an army standard. I would be interested to know if there are any historical sources for that. And if so, do we also know what the standards of Octavius, Caesar, Pompey and others? I thought legions had an army standard with an eagle and specific insignia related to legions, rather than to commanders. Any comments would be most helpful. This kind of info is sometimes quite hard to find, unless someone points you in the right direction.
Thanks,
Geert
Let me first introduce myself. I recently joined because I want to learn more about Roman military history, both from a general interest point of view as well as to support a hobby of mine, miniature wargaming. I'm currently building a Late Republican army for use with the Warhammer Ancient Battles rule-set.
Now my question: I was watching series 2 of Rome (HBO). At some point just before the battle of Philippi, there is reference to the fact that the army of Mark Anthony uses a Heron as an army standard. I would be interested to know if there are any historical sources for that. And if so, do we also know what the standards of Octavius, Caesar, Pompey and others? I thought legions had an army standard with an eagle and specific insignia related to legions, rather than to commanders. Any comments would be most helpful. This kind of info is sometimes quite hard to find, unless someone points you in the right direction.
Thanks,
Geert