Wherever this man went, destruction and ruin left a path behind him. He was called the “Scourge of God” but most commonly known as Attila the Hun . Attila lived from 406 CE to 453 CE , and most of his battles took place in or around the Roman Empire. Some view Attila the Hun as unsuccessful and unable to finish his military goals and conquests, but Attila’s strategies in military made him successful, as well as the influence his upbringing, reputation, and appearance had on the people.
Attila the Hun was an unsuccessful leader because we was unable to finish his military goals and conquests. In 452, Attila the Hun invaded Northern Italy, but spared Rome because of the diplomacy of Pope Leo I and because his troops were in rough shape. Attila …show more content…
Attila’s name means “Little Father”, which may not have been his birth name, but a term of affection and respect. To his enemies and people in nearby territories, this name was synonymous with terror. Attila was also known as the “Scourge of God”, which could be another contributing factor behind his frightening reputation. Attila was known for his fierce gaze, and “claimed to own the actual sword of Mars, the Roman god of war.” This reputedly terrified others. As a child, Attila was taught how to fight, how to ride and care for horses, and archery. This contributed to his military tactics because Attila was known for using horses and archery, both skills that he had grown up learning and becoming familiar with, in his fighting strategy. Later, when Attila’s uncle died, he inherited the throne with his brother, Beda, in 434 CE. It is rumored, but not confirmed, that Attila murdered Beda in 445 CE. During his rule, he was loved by his people and considered a just ruler, but others described him as “an aggressive and ruthless leader.” “He was indeed a lover of war, yet restrained in action; mighty in counsel, gracious to suppliants, and lenient to those who were once received under his protection.” Attila and the Huns were described as hideous, with swollen cheeks, wispy hair, deformed skulls, and slits for eyes. As warriors, they dressed in layers greased in animal fat so that the material was supple and rainproof. They had leather covered and steel lined helmets, chain mail, small metal rings that are all linked together as a type of armor, around their necks and shoulders to protect them against arrow and sword strikes, and wore soft leather boots that were perfect for riding, which was what they were always doing, but they were useless for walking or traveling by foot. The appearance of the Huns terrified the enemy, making it so much worse when he attacked.
Attila the Hun was an unsuccessful leader because we was unable to finish his military goals and conquests. In 452, Attila the Hun invaded Northern Italy, but spared Rome because of the diplomacy of Pope Leo I and because his troops were in rough shape. Attila …show more content…
Attila’s name means “Little Father”, which may not have been his birth name, but a term of affection and respect. To his enemies and people in nearby territories, this name was synonymous with terror. Attila was also known as the “Scourge of God”, which could be another contributing factor behind his frightening reputation. Attila was known for his fierce gaze, and “claimed to own the actual sword of Mars, the Roman god of war.” This reputedly terrified others. As a child, Attila was taught how to fight, how to ride and care for horses, and archery. This contributed to his military tactics because Attila was known for using horses and archery, both skills that he had grown up learning and becoming familiar with, in his fighting strategy. Later, when Attila’s uncle died, he inherited the throne with his brother, Beda, in 434 CE. It is rumored, but not confirmed, that Attila murdered Beda in 445 CE. During his rule, he was loved by his people and considered a just ruler, but others described him as “an aggressive and ruthless leader.” “He was indeed a lover of war, yet restrained in action; mighty in counsel, gracious to suppliants, and lenient to those who were once received under his protection.” Attila and the Huns were described as hideous, with swollen cheeks, wispy hair, deformed skulls, and slits for eyes. As warriors, they dressed in layers greased in animal fat so that the material was supple and rainproof. They had leather covered and steel lined helmets, chain mail, small metal rings that are all linked together as a type of armor, around their necks and shoulders to protect them against arrow and sword strikes, and wore soft leather boots that were perfect for riding, which was what they were always doing, but they were useless for walking or traveling by foot. The appearance of the Huns terrified the enemy, making it so much worse when he attacked.