Above: the Carthaginian infantry spaces out into the familiar three lines. Below: the Celtiberians continue their advance. One lone unit of elephants looks as though it might meet some Romans:
The third photo is of the swirling mass of Numidians. The elephants that threatened Massinissa have been efficiently dealt with by the Velites:
Remember the elephan that was caught between the infantry lines? A random roll saw it surge towards the Romans, who had deployed their Hastati into line, thinking they were safe. A close- up, this time:
As the main body of the Carthaginian centre advances, and most of the elephants have been wiped out, the Carthaginian heavy cavalry picks up the courage to take on the invaders:
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Above: the Carthaginian infantry spaces out into the familiar three lines. Below: the Celtiberians continue their advance. One lone unit of elephants looks as though it might meet some Romans:
The third photo is of the swirling mass of Numidians. The elephants that threatened Massinissa have been efficiently dealt with by the Velites:
Remember the elephan that was caught between the infantry lines? A random roll saw it surge towards the Romans, who had deployed their Hastati into line, thinking they were safe. A close- up, this time:
As the main body of the Carthaginian centre advances, and most of the elephants have been wiped out, the Carthaginian heavy cavalry picks up the courage to take on the invaders:
Enjoying following the battle as it progresses. That sand table is a thing of beauty!
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Aaron
Thanks, Aaron. I'll pass on the compliments.
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Paul