War in Ancient India c6.s6.22

c6.s6.22

In another frieze there is a little scene of war horses with heroes on them. Behind these are foot soldiers apparently in marching order equipped with bows and swords. The bow is long and the sword is straight. Further behind them follow the commissariat. Lastly come other soldiers, with straight swords and oblong shields evidently made of hide. On the other side is seen the army council where councillors are engaged in deep deliberation. We also see an order of priests doing the necessary ceremonials to bless them with victory.