How was the Byzantine army organized?
How was the Byzantine army organized? The infantry of the comitatenses was organized in regiments (variously named legiones, auxilia or just numeri) of about 500–1,200 men. They were still the heavy infantry of old, with a spear or sword, shield, body armour and a helmet. But now each regiment was supported by a detachment of … Continue reading How was the Byzantine army organized?
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