🏹Archers did not shoot in volleys and were not ordered to fire at the same time.
🛡️Shield walls were not used to slide cavalry over and were not always double-layered.
🔪The use of wedge formations in ancient warfare is debated, and their effectiveness is uncertain.
🕊️Casualties in formation battles were often low, and soldiers would retreat if the situation went against them.
❄️Battles on ice did occur and offered a flat space for maneuvering.
Did archers shoot in volleys?
—No, archers did not shoot in volleys and were not ordered to fire at the same time.
Were shield walls used to slide cavalry over?
—No, shield walls were not used in that way. They were primarily used as defensive formations.
Were wedge formations effective in ancient warfare?
—The effectiveness of wedge formations in ancient warfare is debated and uncertain.
How high were casualties in ancient battles?
—Casualties in formation battles were often low, and soldiers would retreat if the situation was not in their favor.
Did battles on ice happen in ancient times?
—Yes, battles on ice did occur and provided a flat space for maneuvering.
00:04Ancient warfare scenes in movies and TV often depict unrealistic battle formations and tactics.
00:32Archers did not shoot in volleys and were not ordered to fire at the same time.
07:35Shield walls were not used to slide cavalry over and were not always double-layered.
08:38The effectiveness of wedge formations in ancient warfare is debated and uncertain.
09:59Casualties in formation battles were often low, and soldiers would retreat if the situation went against them.
11:18Battles on ice did occur and offered a flat space for maneuvering.
