Rhombus formation

Rhombus formation

A rhombus is a cavalry formation in which troops are arrayed to form a rhombus-shaped body.

The Rhombus in antiquity

Cavalry in rhombus formation has superior maneuverability, being able to rapidly change its direction by alternating leaders posted at its four points [Aelian, Taktika ch.19] , . It is the customary formation of the famed Thessalian cavalry and according to Arrian [Arrian, Techne Taktike] was invented by the Thessalian Iason (Jason). Aelian argues that its origins are even more ancient and gives as its inventor the Thessalian Ilon [Aelian, Taktika ch.43] , from whom, he adds, the word "ile" (Greek for cavalry squadron) derives. Asclepiodotus also praises the formation's maneuverability [Asclepiodotus, Techne Taktike 7.5] .

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