Roman military success in the third & second centuries BC was due to more effective mobilization systems (esp. clientela) which used pre-existing Italic social institutions to more effectively mobilize resources which included, but also extended beyond mere cash and manpower.https://twitter.com/tanyaboza/status/1458267253233750017 …
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Does this include food and work animals like horses ? How about ships?
Yes to food and animals. Ships - not directly, though I have discussed those costs elsewhere.
