Warfare

= Warfare = ===The Greeks' use of technology made them one of the most successful military forces of their time. They invented many things that were ideal in key battles, like the Phalanx, __Triremes__, and advanced catapults. In the time of Alexander the Great, the Greeks had an army that was well organized and could move very fast. Organization and speed are still very important on __modern__ battle fields.===

__The Phalanx-__
=== The Phalanx was an infantry position that was devastating on the battle field. The men used a 6-7m long pike called a Sarissa. When attacking each man occupied a space less than 0.5m. The fist five ranks extended their spears, holding it slightly higher each row back. Doing this __intimidated__ the enemy who rarely attack, but if they did it was almost impossible to avoid a direct __onslaught__. It was also said that this formation could deflect 40% of arrow fire. ===

Greek Army Organization-

 * ===Companion Cavalry===

(Anti Cavalry)
|| ===3,300=== ||
 * ===Phalanx (Core of Army)=== || ===24,000=== ||
 * ===Thessalian Cavalry (Elite Cavalry)=== || ===1,800=== ||
 * ===Prodromoi (Scouts)=== || ===600=== ||
 * ===Paeonian & Thracian Cavalry (Flank Guard)=== || ===2,400=== ||
 * ===Greek & Balkan Allied Forces=== || ===8,000=== ||
 * ===Total Expeditionary Force In 334 A.D=== || ===32,000 Infantry===

7,500 Calvary
||

Did You Know?
===Did you know that Alexander The Great commonly commanded his men at the front of the line? He was usually stationed with his Companion cavalry and sometimes engaged the enemy at the front of the royal, or squadron. This was rare for a general, because he was so vulnerable to missile fire. Doing this encouraged his men, but Alexander didn't always walk away unharmed. He suffered many __minor__ wounds which are believed to have caused his death.===



Lesser or smaller in amount, extent, or size
 * Minor-**

A violent attack.
 * Onslaught-**

Of or relating to recent times or the present
 * Modern-**

An ancient Greek or Roman galley or warship, having three tiers of oars on each side.
 * Triremes-**

To make timid; fill with fear
 * Intimidate-**


 * This page was edited and created by Branson.

http://www.mlahanas.de/Greeks/WarTech.htm

http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/war/index.htm

http://socyberty.com/history/ancient-greek-warfare/

Webster Dictionary (Collage Addition)

Warfare In The Ancient World