The Nisibis War: Defence Of Roman East Ad 337-363 John S Harrel Pen Sword Military Αγγλικά Βιβλία History World

The War Of 337-363 (Which Author Dubs Nisibis War) Was An Exception To Traditional Roman Reliance On A Strategic Offensive Bring About Decisive Battle Instead Emperor Constantius Ii Adopted Defensive Strategy And Conducted Mobile Defence Based Upon Small Frontier (Limitanei) Forces Defending Fortified Cities Supported By Limited Counteroffensives Field Army East These Methods Successfully Checked Persian Assaults For 24 Years However When Julian Became His Access Greater Resources Tempted Him Abandon In Favour Major Invasion Aimed At Regime Change Persia Although He Reached Capital Ctesiphon Failed Take It Decisively Defeated Killed Romans Subsequently Resumed Refined Allowing Eastern Provinces Survive Fall Western Empire John Harrel Applies Personal Experience Military Command Operational Tactical Logistical Analysis Campaigns Battles Highlighting Their Long-Term Significance Σελίδες: 288 Διαστάσεις: 15 6X15 6Cm