Byzantine Imperial Guardsmen 925-1025 Osprey Elite No 187 Used Softcover Reference Book

**Byzantine Imperial Guardsmen 925-1025 Osprey Elite No 187 Used Softcover Reference Book** This reference book provides a detailed study of the Byzantine imperial guardsmen during the period 925-1025 AD. Published as part of the Osprey Elite series (No. 187), it examines the prominent military units tasked with protecting the emperor and the core of the Byzantine state. The volume covers organization, equipment, uniforms, recruitment, and tactics of these elite soldiers, drawing from available historical sources and archaeological findings. It includes illustrations, diagrams, and maps to support the textual content and aid visualization of medieval military practices. This softcover edition is intended as a historical reference for enthusiasts, researchers, and collectors interested in Byzantine military structure and its evolution during a crucial era for the empire. The condition is used, and the book may exhibit signs of previous handling. No promotional inserts or supplementary materials are included unless specified in the title.  Total of 64 pages.