It is a small square vehicle with wicker-work sides open at both ends to allow the warrior either to leap out at the back or run along the pole to the front and engage the enemy in single combat. This is, essentially, a kind of fighting designed for the aristocratic warrior. Fast streams of chariots could move swiftly along an unprotected flank, sting with volleys of javelins, and escape before pursuit could be mounted. The chariots could also bring the warriors rapidly to any part of the battle needing their aid. The warriors would run out on foot, drive back the foe, and then retire to their vehicles, to be removed from the scene with speed and efficiency. It was ideal for open warfare when the heroic swordsman could show his prowess; against the Romans it could never be more than a novelty and annoyance. Back to Table of Contents -- Wargamer's Newsletter # 173 To Wargamer's Newsletter List of Issues To MagWeb Master Magazine List © Copyright 1976 by Donald Featherstone. This article appears in MagWeb (Magazine Web) on the Internet World Wide Web. Other articles from military history and related magazines are available at http://www.magweb.com