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fortifications (limes, Hadrian's Wall)| Roman siege engines
were, for the most part, adapted from Hellenistic siege
technology. Relatively small efforts were made to develop the
technology; however, the Romans brought an unrelentingly
aggressive style to siege warfare that brought them repeated
success. Up to the 1st century BC the Romans utilized siege
weapons only as required and relied for the most part on
ladders, towers and rams to assault a fortified town. Ballistae
were also employed, but held no permanent place within a
legion's roster, until later in the Republic, and were used
sparingly. Julius Caesar took great interest in the integration
of advanced siege engines, organizing their use for optimal batt