Strategy & Tactics #354: Eagles of Rome – War in the Late Republic and Early Empire combines in-depth historical analysis with a grand tactical wargame system focused on the battles of ancient Rome. This issue explores the evolution of the Roman military from the reforms of Gaius Marius through the height of the early Empire.

• Grand Tactical Roman Era Wargame – Command Roman legions, allied forces, and barbarian armies in battles spanning the Late Republic to the Early Empire.
• Scenario-Based Gameplay – Each scenario represents a historical battle, allowing players to recreate key engagements from roughly 120 BC to AD 250.
• Detailed Combat and Morale System – Features distinctions between melee and missile combat, leadership effects, and morale, reflecting the realities of ancient warfare.
• Includes Historical Articles – Features additional content covering Gettysburg Day 2, Wake Island 1941, and the Beirut conflict of 1982, providing a wide-ranging historical perspective.

Using the Eagles of Rome system, players must manage formations, coordinate attacks, and maintain morale as they guide their forces through intense battlefield engagements. Leaders play a critical role, representing commanders and staff whose decisions can determine the outcome of battle.

Each hex represents approximately 100–200 metres, while turns represent 15 to 45 minutes of combat. Units range from Roman cohorts to irregular forces, capturing the scale and complexity of ancient warfare.

This issue of Strategy & Tactics includes both a complete wargame and a collection of historical articles, continuing the long-standing tradition of combining playable simulations with detailed military history.

Game Components:
22" x 34" Game Map
176 Counters
Magazine with Rules and Historical Background

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