From what I've read, the 'bronze shields' were mainly an Antigonid institution. So how did Pontus come by this elite regiment? Was it an imitation force, made up of Greeks living in Pontic territory? Or was it formed from refugees of the Roman conquest of Macedon similar to the Seleucid regiment of Chalkaspidai in the Daphne Parade? What are our sources for this unit in Pontic service?
Thanks in advance for answers.
Chairman
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