Assyrian soldiers circa 670 BC. Outside from their outrageous beards, the most noteworthy accessory on these men is their boots. While combat footwear up through ancient Rome closer resembled sandals, the Assyrians used leather jackboots with metal plated shins. This contributed to the army's infamous ability to march through and fight in any terrain. Along with Alexander's army and the Roman army, the Assyrian army was one of the revolutionary militaries of history.
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