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MAC-43 - Prodromoi | John Jenkins Designs
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MAC-43 – Macedonian Prodromoi | John Jenkins Designs
The Prodromoi were an important element of the cavalry serving in the armies of Philip II of Macedon and Alexander the Great.
Their name can be translated as runners ahead, reflecting their role as light cavalry operating in advance of the main army.
These mounted soldiers were responsible for scouting, reconnaissance and screening, providing commanders with valuable information about enemy movements and helping protect the army as it advanced.
Within the Macedonian army, the Prodromoi were sometimes referred to as Sarissophoroi, meaning pikemen or lancers, because of their association with unusually long cavalry spears.
According to the historical background provided by John Jenkins Designs, these horsemen may have carried a xyston measuring as much as 14 feet in length.
During battle, the Prodromoi could also perform an important offensive role, supporting the Companion Cavalry and protecting its right flank.
At the Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC, the Prodromoi under Aretes helped defeat the Persian cavalry opposing the Macedonian right wing.
Their success against the Massagetae cavalry contributed to the eventual collapse of the Persian forces in that sector of the battlefield.
MAC-43 – Macedonian Prodromoi by John Jenkins Designs represents one of these specialised Macedonian light cavalrymen.
Part of the Armies and Enemies of Ancient Greece and Macedonia collection, this mounted figure complements the other Prodromoi and Macedonian cavalry releases.
An excellent addition to a historical display recreating the cavalry formations that accompanied Alexander the Great during his conquest of the Persian Empire.
Now available from The Military Workshop.
Brand: John Jenkins
