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The Phobia That Made Ancient Warriors Refuse to Fight

The terror that gripped ancient warriors wasn't just about facing an enemy's sword. Something deeper haunted battlefields ...
Greek Reporter

The Deadliest Weapons Used in Ancient Greek Wars

The ancient Greeks used a myriad of weapons on the battlefield, including spears, swords, and pikes in a variety of shapes ...
Ancient Origins

Composite Bow Revealed as Deadliest Weapon of the Bronze Age

Research has identified the composite bow as the most lethal weapon of the Bronze Age, challenging long-held beliefs about its origins and transforming our understanding of ancient warfare. A new ...
Greek Reporter

Scientists Reveal the Deadliest Weapon of the Bronze Age

A new study reveals that the deadliest weapon of the Bronze Age originated in the Near East around 1600 BCE before spreading ...
Business Insider

Ancient military historian rates 9 more battle scenes

Historian Roel Konijnendijk reviews ancient warfare scenes and battle tactics in movies and TV shows. He looks at the naval battle and gladiator fights depicted in "Gladiator II," starring Paul Mescal ...
National Catholic Register

In the Drone Warfare Era, This Ancient Military Tactic Is Just as Deadly

Much has been made of advances in warfare — smart bombs, drones and the use of artificial intelligence all seem to be the next big things in man’s unceasing quest to kill his fellow man. But today, ...
NPR

In the ancient site of Palmyra, the effects of modern-day warfare

The Roman city is one of Syria's most important archaeological sites assessing the damage after the fall of the regime. Syria has some of the most important archaeological sites in the Middle East.