How Did the Greek Phalanx Keep Its Line?
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How Did the Greek Phalanx Keep Its Line?

14:20 Oct 24, 2025
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A listener from Brisbane asks: how did the Greek hoplite phalanx maintain a cohesive front while advancing into battle over uneven terrain dotted with trees, bushes, and obstacles? Murray Dahm explains how ancient soldiers kept formation, reformed when disrupted, and adapted their tactics to the landscape.   Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  
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