What is Arrian known for in Modern scholarship?
For being a great General
His philosophy
His literature on Military Tactics
His poetry
Answer
His literature on military tactics in ancient warfare is his most well-known contribution to modern scholarship. Arrian's writings on tactics, particularly his work "Ars Tactica," provide valuable insights into the strategies, formations, and maneuvers employed by ancient armies, particularly those of the Greek and Roman civilizations.
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