Roman soldiers attacking a fortress, 1605. Artist: Unknown

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Roman soldiers attacking a fortress, 1605. The Romans form a 'tortoise' with their shields to protect themselves from missiles as they approach the walls. From Poliorceticon by Justus Lipsius. (Antwerp, 1605).

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