02-27-2017, 10:08 PM
So does this Ancient Source tell us that only after 500+ years of fighting, the Roman soldiers suddenly exclaimed: “Hey , that’s right, we could do THAT too!” Does this make any sense?
There could be one theory: What if the ancient source appropriates this tactic to Marcellus, but the actual first instance happened before his time? This is a possible explanation, but…
Ever more questions arise. Could this tactic have something to do with line replacement?
Are there any Roman battles that speak of this tactic before Marcellus?
If what this ancient source tell us is completely true, then one can ask the question: When during Marcellus’ lifetime was the first instance? During the battles with the Gauls or could Hannibal have been his teacher?
If Hannibal is the catalyst, that would be illuminating.
There could be one theory: What if the ancient source appropriates this tactic to Marcellus, but the actual first instance happened before his time? This is a possible explanation, but…
Ever more questions arise. Could this tactic have something to do with line replacement?
Are there any Roman battles that speak of this tactic before Marcellus?
If what this ancient source tell us is completely true, then one can ask the question: When during Marcellus’ lifetime was the first instance? During the battles with the Gauls or could Hannibal have been his teacher?
If Hannibal is the catalyst, that would be illuminating.
