Ancient Warfare Answers episode (153): How long did it take armies to prepare?

Patron David asks how long did it take armies to set up for a battle? Did the opposition interfere or was there rules around that? David considers that getting tens of thousands of people into position under pressure and stress would be immensely difficult. Murray ponders just how long such preparation, coordination and set up may have taken. Enjoy the podcast? Support us via Patreon, now with optional magazine subscription!