For centuries Rome’s military might had been built on heavy infantry – shock troops that were better organised and better disciplined than their enemies, but as the chaotic third century developed the emphasis began to change. Partly it was the need to quickly deploy troops to trouble spots along the enormous frontier, partly it was in answer to the highly skilled Sarmatians and other horsemen that they met in the east, but by the start of the period covered by this set, the fourth and fifth centuries, cavalry was the more important element in the Roman arsenal.
20 unpainted soldiers in 1/72 scale.
The item is in Very Good condition. There is some shelf wear of the box, including some dishing from storage. As always, photos are of the item that you will receive.