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The Makedonian phalanx -- why such depth?
It was probably to help it withstand cavalry as well projectles. It also alowed them to smash the enemy's front ranks of heavy infantry.
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Re: The Makedonian phalanx -- why such depth? - by Emperor Killaman - 06-27-2009, 12:44 AM

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