Chariot
History: The two-wheeled chariot is first attested in Mesopotamia in the early 3th millennium B.C. The earliest Mesopotamian chariots were mounted by both spearman and charioteer, although it is doubtful if fighting took place from the vehicle itself. Sometimes a single person was mounted, for it was probably primarily for speed of personal transport in battle that the chariot originated. In the Roman circus games chariot racing took foremost place, and chariotry became socially important. Racing vehicles in use were drawn by two, three and four horses, although as many as ten horses were harnessed on spectacular occasions and drawn by dogs and even ostriches are instanced. Hint: Great for attacks and scouts. Specifications:
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