Poster Print : Roman Testudo / Sieges
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Roman Testudo / Sieges
The TESTUDO (tortoise), a Roman siege technique using overlapping shields, giving protection from arrows and boiling oil, and serving as a platform to raise attackers
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Arrows Attackers Boiling Giving Overlapping Platform Protection Raise Serving Siege Sieges Technique Testudo Tortoise
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Roman Testudo" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This mesmerizing image transports you back in time to the heart of ancient Rome, showcasing the intriguing Roman military tactic known as the Testudo formation. The Testudo, or tortoise formation, was a defensive strategy employing overlapping shields, providing soldiers with protection from arrows and projectiles. The interlocking shields also served as a platform, enabling attackers to advance towards the enemy lines with relative safety. Bring the rich history and fascinating military tactics of ancient Rome into your home or office with this beautifully detailed and evocative poster print. The high-quality print captures the essence of the Testudo formation, allowing you to explore the depths of Roman history through the captivating imagery. Add this exquisite piece to your collection and relive the thrilling tales of ancient warfare, as you immerse yourself in the grandeur and might of the Roman Empire.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image transport us back in time to the ancient Roman era, showcasing the intricate and effective military tactic known as the Testudo formation, or the "tortoise" as it was called by the Romans. The Testudo was a shielding technique used during sieges to protect soldiers from arrows and projectiles, including boiling oil, thrown by the defenders. In this scene, Roman legionaries are seen forming a tight protective square, each man holding his shield above his head and interlocking it with the shield of the soldier in front, creating a wall of overlapping shields. The soldiers in the rear rows lift their shields to create a platform for their comrades in the front to stand on, allowing them to attack the enemy walls with greater height and reach. The Testudo formation was a crucial element in Roman siege warfare, providing both protection and mobility. The interlocking shields formed a barrier that was difficult for arrows and other projectiles to penetrate, while the raised platform enabled the attackers to advance closer to the walls and engage in hand-to-hand combat. This historical photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into the past, allowing us to visualize the bravery and ingenuity of the Roman soldiers as they executed this tactic in the heat of battle. The Testudo formation remains a fascinating example of the military innovations that shaped the course of history, and serves as a reminder of the strategic prowess of the ancient Roman army.
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