Missed this earlier? Were Rome’s walls revolutionary? The Ancient Warfare podcast tackles Russ’s question about Hadrian’s Wall and more. Listen in. https://bit.ly/4fxmFAV
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Ancient Warfare is the print magazine on the military history of the ancient world, ca. 3000 BC to AD 500. Edited by Jasper Oorthuys and Murray Dahm.
Did Roman recruits pay to join the legions while auxiliaries got in cheaper? Carlos Alos-Ferrer’s question is explored in the latest Ancient Warfare podcast. Have a listen. https://bit.ly/4q3pkWB
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Ancient Warfare magazine@ancientwarfare.bsky.social · 5d agoAncient Warfare, a magazine loved for nearly 20 years, is seeking a new editor. Dive into its history and find out how to apply for this unique opportunity. https://bit.ly/4buAgGL
Ancient Warfare, a magazine loved for nearly 20 years, is seeking a new editor. Dive into its history and find out how to apply for this unique opportunity. https://bit.ly/4buAgGL
Missed this earlier Demosthenes or Thrasybulus Murray discusses which Athenian commander deserves more praise in the latest Ancient Warfare podcast https://bit.ly/4yCf3Ez
Were Rome’s walls revolutionary or simply practical? Russ’s question about Hadrian’s Wall and others is explored in the latest Ancient Warfare podcast. Have a listen. https://bit.ly/4fxmFAV
Ancient Warfare 108 is now available for pre-order. Explore the road to Gaugamela and Alexander the Great's campaign. https://bit.ly/44X9SS7
A glimpse of 'Eagles Over Germania', one of two feature articles I wrote about Augustus' wars in Germania for the fabulous @ancientwarfare.bsky.social issue 107. Grab your copy from your newsagent/stand or direct from Karwansaray Publishers. Photo is my own. #AncientBluesky
The @ancientwarfare.bsky.social team is back together, this time discussing Alexander the Great and the Battle of Gaugamela, 331 BC. With @clogfather.bsky.social and @lindsaypowell.bsky.social. Produced for Karwansaray by The History Network. Look for that podcast soon. #AncientBluesky
Missed the latest *Ancient Warfare* podcast? Dan asks what Roman legionaries drank on campaign—beyond water and wine. Tune in for fascinating details. https://bit.ly/4vGIXVz
Demosthenes or Thrasybulus—which Athenian general was more brilliant? Murray Dahm shares his take in the latest *Ancient Warfare* podcast episode. https://bit.ly/4yCf3Ez
Roman legionaries on campaign: what did they drink? Murray Dahm shares insights in the newest Ancient Warfare podcast. https://bit.ly/4vGIXVz
In case you missed it: A question about striped headwear in ancient art led to this podcast episode. Murray examines the evidence in Ancient Warfare Answers. Listen now. https://bit.ly/4vRSSIM
Slingers with a sense of humor. ;-) We actually had a separate article on the topic in issue XIII.2
Gustave Flubber@siduspreclarum.bsky.social · last mo.Ah ça, on savait rigoler, à l'époque ! From: Ancient Warfare (@ancientwarfare.bsky.social) issue 107
!["Sling bullets send a stinging message to the enemy
An archaeologis excavating at Antiochia Hippos (Sussita), Israel, has found an ancient slingshot with a unique message intended to make a point.
The lead bullet (inv. B19655) was moulded in a two-part cast. It is 'almond-shaped' with pointed edges and measures 3.2 cm x 1.95 cm and weighs 37.8 g. There is a large impact trace on one of the edges, and two more minor strokes can be seen along one of the long ridges of the bullet. One of the long sides is smooth and bears an inscription with the Greek word "ΜΑΘΟΥ" ('Learn'). This previously un-attested inscription has been interpreted by researchers as a sarcastic imperative addressed to the enemy to "Learn [your lesson]!"
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Sling bullet from Antiochia Hippos, Israel, with the message "Learn!", ©Michael Eisenberg, University of Haifa
The bullet was likely launched by a Greek-speaking defender when the city of Hippos was besieged by the Hasmonean army of Judaean king Alexander Jannaeus in 101 BC.
The findings are published in 'Learn! - A New Type of Inscription on a Sling Bullet from Hippos of the Decapolis' in Palestine Exploration Quarterly (March 2026)."](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:evblr6ftijorbn5q7lqshspt/bafkreifz24n46bqz6kwzr7mdyrldufwroqwmxrhtfzedzbltndwlpq7w7q)
In case you missed it: The *Ancient Warfare* podcast explores why Romans swapped spears for pila, the versatility of the pilum, and the battle between slings and bows. Murray shares his insights. Listen now. https://bit.ly/4wsDx1h
Is striped headwear in antiquity fact or fiction? Murray Dahm investigates in the latest *Ancient Warfare Answers* podcast. Tune in to find out. https://bit.ly/4vRSSIM
Missed this earlier? A listener asks about Roman legionary requirements in the Principate. Were height and literacy rules real or myth? The *Ancient Warfare* podcast investigates. https://tny.app/gidt3ha7
Ancient Warfare 107 is now in stock. Discover Augustus campaigns in Germania, early Roman armor, and more. Available in print and digital. https://tny.app/9kx69gjq
The Romans and the pilum—why the switch from spears? And how did slings stack up against bows? Murray Dahm discusses in the latest Ancient Warfare podcast. https://tny.app/ico1ccgf
Digital edition of Ancient Warfare 107 available now. Read about Augustus campaigns in Germania and more. https:// https://tny.app/9kx69gjq
Missed this before? In 17 BC, Germanic warbands crossed the Rhine, sparking Rome’s campaigns in Germania. Listen to the *Ancient Warfare* podcast on AW107 for the full story. https://tny.app/jamy9wsa
Ancient Warfare 107 is now available. Discover Augustus’ campaigns in Germania with features on early Roman plate armour, the Lollian Disaster, and more. https://tny.app/9kx69gjq
Did Roman legionaries need to be tall or literate? A listener’s question for the Ancient Warfare podcast team reveals the truth. Tune in here. https://bit.ly/xxx https://tny.app/gidt3ha7
Missed this? The Ancient Warfare podcast investigates the real impact of Athenian and Cretan archers. Fact or wargaming fiction? Have a listen. https://tny.app/w2ywl16d
The crossing of the Rhine in 17 BC marked the start of Rome’s turbulent campaigns in Germania. Hear the discussion in the latest podcast. https://tny.app/jamy9wsa
Missed this before? Murray discusses pigs and boars in Roman military history on the Ancient Warfare podcast. A fascinating listen. https://tny.app/bnqv66fp
Missed this earlier? A listener’s question sparks a deep dive into the evolution of Rome’s auxilia post-Constitutio Antoniniana. Murray explores their role in the third century and Diocletian’s reforms in the newest podcast. https://tny.app/9tjbswjk
Missed our earlier post? Trumpeters in ancient warfare had more roles than just relaying orders. Murray examines their status, the Gallic carnyx, and the recent Thetford find. Listen to the podcast for details. https://tny.app/01ai8yk5
Missed this earlier? The latest *Ancient Warfare* podcast dives into how the Huns dressed for war. Murray answers key questions about their appearance and debunks common misconceptions. https://tny.app/k7nk37hc
Did Cretan archers live up to their reputation, or is it just a wargaming tradition? Murray Dahm explores in the latest Ancient Warfare podcast. https://tny.app/9mh26xjy
