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Tortoise formation, engraving from treaty on Roman warfare, by Guillaume du Choul (1496-1560), 1579
Filename: 940_18_11217613.jpg
Size: 2925 x 4212 (5.4MB)
Date: 14th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: De Agostini Picture Library
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Tortoise formation, engraving from treaty on Roman warfare, by Guillaume du Choul (1496-1560), 1579
The tortoise formation, engraving from a treaty on Roman warfare, Discours sur la castrametation et discipline militaire des Romains, 1579, by Guillaume du Choul (1496-1560)
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© DEA / G. DAGLI ORTI
1579 16th Century Adversity Attacking Conflict Confrontation Defense Fighting Fortified Wall Helmet Illustration Technique Large Group Of People Only Men Protection Shield Spear Strategy Suit Of Armour Military Formation
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the tortoise formation used by ancient Romans during warfare. Engraved by the talented Guillaume du Choul in 1579, this image is taken from his treaty on Roman military tactics and discipline. The scene depicts a large group of men clad in suits of armor, their helmets gleaming under the sunlight as they stand united against adversity. The tortoise formation was an ingenious strategy employed by the Romans to protect themselves while attacking fortified walls or facing enemy projectiles. Shields interlocked above their heads formed an impenetrable barrier, resembling the shell of a tortoise, hence its name. Armed with spears and ready for combat, these warriors exemplify strength and determination. As we gaze upon this historical illustration technique brought to life through engravings, we are transported back to ancient Rome where battles were fought with valor and strategic precision. This vertical composition emphasizes the intensity of conflict that defined those times. Through this artwork, we gain insight into an era long gone but not forgotten – a testament to human ingenuity and resilience in the face of challenges. It serves as a reminder that history shapes our present and influences our future; it is through understanding our past that we can truly appreciate how far we have come.
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