Project- Influences of Roman military on modern day riot control

[MonsGraupius]

Thanks for your help Bryan, but you aren't adding much if anything to what I already know. However it would add considerably to my knowledge to hear from someone who had had practical experience. So, I am very much looking forward to hearing from someone who has practical experience as this will help me understand the issues involved.

So you already read Taylor's articles that discussed depth of Roman lines?

I've read all the same sources as he would use and more - and now I want to hear from someone with actual experience - because that will help me decide which sources are most credible.

And practical experience will help me understand the real issues facing a line of men in battle. Please understand, there is no right or wrong answer and whilst I appreciate your views, they are not taking me any further forward.