Roman Siege Engines

Roman siege engines were advanced machines used to attack fortifications during warfare. Key types included the ballista, which hurled large stones or bolts, and the onager, a catapult that launched projectiles using a torsion mechanism. The Romans also built siege towers to scale walls and battering rams to break gates. These engines combined engineering ingenuity and strategic design, allowing the Romans to effectively breach enemy defenses. Their use reflected the importance of siege warfare in expanding and maintaining the Roman Empire.