What was Fabius Maximus' approach to battle formations?
Flexible
Static
Phalanx
Tight formations
Answer
Flexible. Fabius Maximus believed in adapting battle formations to the specific circumstances of each battle. He avoided direct confrontations with superior enemy forces, instead opting for a strategy of attrition and harassment. This approach allowed him to weaken the enemy over time, while minimizing his own losses.
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