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Old 06-12-2006, 03:48 AM   #27 (permalink)
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The Romans were professional soldiers, the Europeans at least during the time of the Mongol invasions were in the main peasants drafted for specific wars. The mere fact that they broke ranks to pursue the Mongols speaks volumes about their discipline. The Romans were organised on every level and co-ordinated within a single empire. The Mongols would've been toast.
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