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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 days ago

Ancient machine-gun' damage discovered on walls of Pompeii

Pompeii's fortification walls show evidence of a siege by Sulla in 89 B.C.E., possibly involving a repeating dart-thrower called a polybolos.
fromBusiness Insider
11 months ago

Ancient warfare historians rate 65 battles in movies and TV

"In 'Hercules' (2014) and 'The Witcher,' while the narratives engage viewers, the depiction of ancient military tactics is often simplified and lacks historical accuracy."
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