{"product_id":"hitt-09a","title":"HITT-09A - Hittite Spearman | John Jenkins Designs","description":"\u003cp\u003eHITT-09A – Hittite Spearman\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the Battle of Kadesh in 1274 BC, the Hittite Empire confronted the forces of Pharaoh Ramesses II in one of the most famous clashes of the ancient world. While the great chariot formations dominate many accounts of the battle, thousands of infantrymen formed the essential backbone of the Hittite army.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHITT-09A – Hittite Spearman from John Jenkins Designs represents one of these warriors, armed with the thrusting spear that was a fundamental weapon of Hittite infantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHittite armies drew troops from across the Empire, its subject territories and allied states. On campaign, these men endured long marches with relatively limited protective equipment, allowing them to remain mobile while supporting the army's powerful chariot contingents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its distinctive Bronze Age appearance and detailed weaponry, HITT-09A is an excellent figure for building the Hittite forces at Kadesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable from The Military Workshop, this is a great addition for collectors fascinated by the armies and battles of the ancient Near East.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Jenkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52676232544538,"sku":"HITT-09A","price":76.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/0154\/0890\/files\/HITT-09A.jpg?v=1786361765","url":"https:\/\/themilitaryworkshop.com\/products\/hitt-09a","provider":"The Military Workshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}