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If the Roman army knew about bicycles would they use them?

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Speculation? Yeah, probably. A well made bicycle is cheaper than a horse and faster than a person on foot. They would be used to deliver messages. I don't think they'd be useful for combat. Of course, the reason they didn't know about them is that the technology to make them was not yet available. read more

However, the Roman army in the late republic and early empire marched long distances regularly. Since the empire had a highly developed road system, bycicles would likely be used for the fast transport of soldiers. read more

There are many classical writers who are useful to consult when looking at the Roman army, both Greek and Roman. Polybius is very useful at assessing the Roman Army, providing information on their weapons (6.23), discipline (6.38) and rewards for courage (6.39.1-3; 5-11), as well as describing them in battle. read more

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