A fragment of Pyrrhus’ missing “Tactics”
https://doi.org/10.18384/2949-5164-2024-5-165-173
Abstract
Aim. To conduct a textual study of the passages of the ancient Greek tactical writings.
Methodology. Comparative textual analysis is used.
Results. An assumption is made about the passage on the formation of the Sicilian cavalry, dating back to the “Tactics” of King Pyrrhus, who himself fought in Sicily.
Research Implications. A supposed passage from an ancient tactical work (the lost “Tactics” of King Pyrrhus of Epirus) has been introduced into academic circulation.
About the Author
A. K. Nefedkin
Belgorod State National Research University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Alexander K. Nefedkin – Dr Sci (History), Head of the Laboratory, Historical Archaeology,
ul. Studencheskaya 14, Belgorod 308007
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