Macedonian Cretan Archers
Manufacture Product Number : EXP-60-GRK-09-R These light infantry support the heavier troops in battle. 9 figures – 1 Macedonian Officer + 8 Archers with bow & arrows, including option to convert 2 models into swordsmen. |
The island of Crete was famed in the ancient world for the unchallenged skill of their archers. Armies from Greece and Rome fielded substantial units of these elite mercenary troops. They served in Xenophon's army during the March of the 10,000 around 400BCE, formed a strong missile arm of the Macedonian host during the reigns of Philip and Alexander, and went on the serve the Romans during the eras of the Republic and Empire. Later, they served the Byzantines until the fall of the city in 1453. |
Type = Toy Soldiers and Miniatures
Period = Ancient Greece and Persia
Scale = 1/30 Scale (60mm or 2 1/2 inches)
Material = Plastic
Finish = Unpainted
Date of Release = 2015-12-13
Status = Available
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