Roman \'Wedge\' Formation

[Anonymous]

Thanks, Rufus. It is unfortunate that we don't have better information on such tactical matters. I would assume that this formation was a 'line breaking' formation designed for the attack, such as the final battle of the Boudiccan Revolt in Britain. After the Romans discharged their volley of pilum, I have read in two places (the Osprey 'From Caesar to Tragan and a wargame book which I think was by Donald Featherstone but I forget the title) that the Romans then advanced in wedge formation and slaughtered the Britons. Not that my sources are exactly impeccable, but I have no clear reason to doubt them, any other thoughts on the subject? <p></p><i></i>