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Machinis Collection

"Machinis: Unleashing the Power of Ancient Roman Warfare" The ingenuity of Roman soldiers is showcased as they form a tortoise with their shields

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman soldiers making a Tortoise with their shields strong enough for chariots to drive over

Roman soldiers making a Tortoise with their shields strong enough for chariots to drive over
533946 Roman soldiers making a Tortoise with their shields strong enough for chariots to drive over. Reconstruction from Justus Lipsius Poliorceticon sive de Machinis Tormentis Telis, Antwerp 1605

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman soldiers using a war engine firing multiple arrows. Reconstruction from Justus Lipsius

Roman soldiers using a war engine firing multiple arrows. Reconstruction from Justus Lipsius Poliorceticon sive de
533941 Roman soldiers using a war engine firing multiple arrows. Reconstruction from Justus Lipsius Poliorceticon sive de Machinis Tormentis Telis, Antwerp 1605

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman soldier forming a tortoise with their shields, thus enabling them

Roman soldier forming a tortoise with their shields, thus enabling them to approach the walls of a besieged city. From Poliorceticon sive de machinis tormentis telis by Justus Lipsius (Joost Lips)

Background imageMachinis Collection: Reconstruction of a Roman war engine for firing a salvo of arrows, sometimes referred

Reconstruction of a Roman war engine for firing a salvo of arrows, sometimes referred to as a Scorpion. From Poliorceticon sive de machinis tormentis telis by Justus Lipsius (Joost Lips) (Antwerp)

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman machine for firing arrows mounted on a carriage drawn by two mailed horses

Roman machine for firing arrows mounted on a carriage drawn by two mailed horses. From Poliorceticon sive de machinis tormentis telis by Justus Lipsius (Joost Lips) (Antwerp, 1605). Engraving

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman soldiers making a Tortoise with their shields strong enough for chariots to drive over

Roman soldiers making a Tortoise with their shields strong enough for chariots to drive over. Reconstruction from Justus Lipsius Poliorceticon sive de Machinis Tormentis Telis, Antwerp 1605

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman soldiers using a war engine firing multiple arrows. Reconstruction from Justus

Roman soldiers using a war engine firing multiple arrows. Reconstruction from Justus Lipsius Poliorceticon sive de Machinis Tormentis Telis, Antwerp 1605. Copperplate engraving

Background imageMachinis Collection: Mechanical crossbow on stand (euthytonon) attributed to Philo of Byzantium (active 150-100 BC)

Mechanical crossbow on stand (euthytonon) attributed to Philo of Byzantium (active 150-100 BC). When arms CC wound back against skeins or sinews, the ends of ropes

Background imageMachinis Collection: Reconstruction of a Roman machine for shooting arrows wound up ready for the missile to be released

Reconstruction of a Roman machine for shooting arrows wound up ready for the missile to be released. From Poliorceticon sive de machinis tormentis telis by Justus Lipsius (Joost Lips) (Antwerp)

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman siege towers positioned to give attackers the advantage of height above the city walls

Roman siege towers positioned to give attackers the advantage of height above the city walls. From Poliorceticon sive de machinis tormentis telis by Justus Lipsius (Joost Lips) (Antwerp, 1605)

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman soldiers using two forms of battering ram against the walls of a fortress

Roman soldiers using two forms of battering ram against the walls of a fortress. B is hung on a chain hanging from a frame

Background imageMachinis Collection: Two forms auger used by the Romans in siege warfare to drill into the wall of a fortress

Two forms auger used by the Romans in siege warfare to drill into the wall of a fortress. From Poliorceticon sive de machinis tormentis telis by Justus Lipsius (Joost Lips) (Antwerp, 1605). Engraving

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman soldiers attacking the walls of a fortress with scaling ladders, slings and spears

Roman soldiers attacking the walls of a fortress with scaling ladders, slings and spears, while the defenders are holding them off with nets, hot liquid, spears and various missiles

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman spearmen attacking the walls of a besieged fortress. From Poliorceticon sive

Roman spearmen attacking the walls of a besieged fortress. From Poliorceticon sive de machinis tormentis telis by Justus Lipsius (Joost Lips) (Antwerp, 1605). Engraving

Background imageMachinis Collection: Roman soldiers scaling the walls of a fortress using ladders mounted on boats. From

Roman soldiers scaling the walls of a fortress using ladders mounted on boats. From Poliorceticon sive de machinis tormentis telis by Justus Lipsius (Joost Lips) (Antwerp, 1605). Engraving



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"Machinis: Unleashing the Power of Ancient Roman Warfare" The ingenuity of Roman soldiers is showcased as they form a tortoise with their shields, providing impenetrable protection and enabling strategic advancements. Step into history with a reconstruction of a formidable Roman war engine, designed to unleash a salvo of arrows upon enemies who dared challenge their might. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of a Roman machine mounted on a carriage, drawn by two powerful horses clad in armor, ready to rain down arrows upon their foes. Marvel at the strength and unity displayed by Roman soldiers as they create an impregnable Tortoise formation capable of withstanding even chariots driving over them. Experience the devastating power unleashed by war engines as multiple arrows are launched simultaneously, reconstructed from ancient texts such as Justus' accounts. Discover Philo of Byzantium's mechanical crossbow on stand (euthytonon), attributed to him during his active years between 150-100 BC - an innovation ahead of its time. Immerse yourself in the intricacies of ancient warfare through the reconstruction of a Roman machine for shooting arrows wound up and poised for release - precision at its finest. Gain insight into siege tactics employed by Romans through strategically positioned siege towers that granted attackers an advantageous height above city walls. Witness the relentless determination as Roman soldiers employ two forms of battering ram against fortress walls, relentlessly pounding until victory is achieved. Explore the ingenious use of augers in siege warfare; witness how these tools were utilized by Romans to drill into fortress walls and breach enemy defenses effectively. Join brave Roman spearmen armed with slings, scaling ladders, and spears as they fearlessly attack besieged fortress walls - showcasing both skill and bravery in battle.