This English Heritage branded addition to the Usborne Discovery series is full of vivid photography and detailed descriptions to help children gain a real insight into the life of the Roman army and understand why it was so powerful.From protective body armour, helmets and shields to the tactics used in sieges and the hardware of war machines, this book takes a sometimes-gory look at the realities that the Romans Army faced.This book includes Usborne Internet links to recommended websites and downloadable images, which can be accessed via the Usborne Quicklinks website. These carefully researched and monitored websites amplify and complement the content of this book. A computer is not essential; this book is a complete, self-contained reference book on its own.