CLA 216 WARFARE IN GRECO-ROMAN ANTIQ
An examination of the practice of war in ancient Greece and Rome. The focus will be on the conduct of war by classical states from the early polis period of Greece to the Roman Empire under Augustus, with attention to asymmetrical warfare and the campaigns of great enemies of Greece and Rome. The course concentrates on land warfare with attention to the development and use of naval forces. Topics include war and the state, reasons for war, the moral rationale of conflict, strategy and tactics, logistics, the training of officers and men, pivotal battles, and great commanders such as Epaminondas, Alexander, Hannibal, Marius, and Caesar.
Enrollment Limit
Enrollment limited to 28 students.
Attributes
A7, MOIE