02-01-2013, 02:21 AM
Quote:I have seen the idea of the mounted men being accounted for on a century's manpower roll suggested in several 'modern' references, however I would be most curious if someone could point me at a good 'ancient' reference?
Just Vegetius, as already mentioned.
Quote:As far as I understand, Livy & certainly Polybius are fairly clear - the cavalry are organised from the Equestrian Class as opposed to the Plebeian farmer-milites - the structure is different for sensible reasons - they camp separately. In short - completely different.
This is correct for the pre-marian manipular legion. But is it correct for the administration of a legion in the late republic or empire?
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