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فالانژ
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thumb|upright=1.4|Sumerian phalanx-like formation , from detail of the victory stele of King Eannatum of Lagash over [[Umma, called the Stele of the Vultures]]
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A phalanx is a tight military formation where soldiers stand close together, often with overlapping shields and spears, as shown in ancient Sumerian warfare depicted on historical monuments. This formation was important because it provided soldiers with greater protection and allowed them to present a unified, coordinated fighting force against enemies.
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- Image
- Greek Phalanx.jpg
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- Commons category
- Phalanxes
- described by source
- Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition
- different from
- Falanga
- start time
- 0700-00-00
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