Late Roman
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Between the 3rd and 6th centuries AD the traditional Roman legions faded away to be replaced by frontier forces (Limitanei) and new regional field armies (Comitatenses). This reorganisation was forged by the first of a number of soldier emperors from the Balkans, starting with Diocletian (284-305). Cavalry increasing came to dominate the army although infantry still remained important in the earlier period. The Balkans were important recruiting areas as well as Anatolia although many troops were also recruited from outside the Empire, particularly Germany. The figures below are 28mm from a variety of ranges.
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