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Ancient linen body armor

Gregory S. Aldrete · 2013

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Alexander the Great led one of the most successful armies in history and conquered nearly the entirety of the known world while wearing armor made of cloth. How is that possible? This title provides the answer. It presents a thorough investigation of the linothorax, linen armor worn by Greeks, Macedonians, and other ancient Mediterranean warriors.

Book details

Year
2013
Language
English
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Editions
1
Pages
279
ISBN
9781421408194

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