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Uniform Title: Hipparchikos. English
Title: The Cavalry General
Note: Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by John Bickers, and David Widger
Summary: "The Cavalry General" by Xenophon is a historical treatise written in the early classical period of ancient Greece. This work serves as a guide on the essential qualities and duties of a cavalry commander (hipparch), detailing the organization, training, and tactics necessary for effective cavalry operations. Xenophon, who was not only a soldier but also a philosopher and historian, uses his firsthand experience to craft a manual that underscores the importance of discipline, preparation, and tactical knowledge in managing a cavalry force. In the book, Xenophon outlines a comprehensive guide for the cavalry commander, emphasizing the necessity of proper training for both horse and rider. He discusses the importance of maintaining horses in optimal condition and the need for troopers to be skilled in mounted combat, particularly the accurate javelin throw. The text also elaborates on the organizational structure of cavalry units, the need for discipline, and the significance of a strong relationship between the commander and their men. Moreover, Xenophon emphasizes various tactics for engagement and retreats, urging commanders to be astute in their strategy by utilizing terrain and understanding the enemy's position. Overall, "The Cavalry General" is a foundational text that reflects the military principles of ancient Greece, showcasing Xenophon's insights into effective cavalry leadership and operations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Xenophon, 432 BCE-351? BCE
Translator: Dakyns, Henry Graham, 1838-1911
EBook No.: 1172
Published: Jan 1, 1998
Downloads: 184
Language: English
Subject: Classical literature
Subject: Cavalry -- Greece -- History
Subject: Military art and science -- Greece -- Early works to 1800
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
LoCC: Military science: Cavalry, Armor
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: Hipparchikos. English
Title: The Cavalry General
Note: Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by John Bickers, and David Widger
Summary: "The Cavalry General" by Xenophon is a historical treatise written in the early classical period of ancient Greece. This work serves as a guide on the essential qualities and duties of a cavalry commander (hipparch), detailing the organization, training, and tactics necessary for effective cavalry operations. Xenophon, who was not only a soldier but also a philosopher and historian, uses his firsthand experience to craft a manual that underscores the importance of discipline, preparation, and tactical knowledge in managing a cavalry force. In the book, Xenophon outlines a comprehensive guide for the cavalry commander, emphasizing the necessity of proper training for both horse and rider. He discusses the importance of maintaining horses in optimal condition and the need for troopers to be skilled in mounted combat, particularly the accurate javelin throw. The text also elaborates on the organizational structure of cavalry units, the need for discipline, and the significance of a strong relationship between the commander and their men. Moreover, Xenophon emphasizes various tactics for engagement and retreats, urging commanders to be astute in their strategy by utilizing terrain and understanding the enemy's position. Overall, "The Cavalry General" is a foundational text that reflects the military principles of ancient Greece, showcasing Xenophon's insights into effective cavalry leadership and operations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Xenophon, 432 BCE-351? BCE
Translator: Dakyns, Henry Graham, 1838-1911
EBook No.: 1172
Published: Jan 1, 1998
Downloads: 184
Language: English
Subject: Classical literature
Subject: Cavalry -- Greece -- History
Subject: Military art and science -- Greece -- Early works to 1800
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
LoCC: Military science: Cavalry, Armor
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.