Infantry

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is infantry and why are they called the "Queen of Battle"?Infantry are soldiers who fight on foot and are the main ground force in armies. They are called the "Queen of Battle" because they close with the enemy, take and hold ground, and control the battlefield. Their courage and direct fighting make them very important.
2. How did infantry soldiers fight in ancient times like the Greeks and Romans?Ancient infantry such as Greek hoplites and Roman legionaries used disciplined formations and close‑quarters weapons like spears and swords. They fought in tight lines to win battles. Their teamwork and order helped them dominate early armies.

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