How did ancient warriors escape the heat during summer battles?

1. In ancient times, except for emergencies, armies were usually launched after autumn. In the post-autumn season, food is plentiful and grass is luxuriant, and soldiers and horses are well fed. Both the material supply and the climate environment are suitable for military operations.

2. During marching and accommodation, if they are in their own territory or under safe conditions, the soldiers will not march in full armor, but will march with the armor on their backs or hand it over to the baggage troops.

3. Armors are basically removable. Can be selected and assembled according to different threat levels. If a soldier feels hot, he can remove the armor plates on his arm guards, shoulder guards, etc.

4. In addition to heavy steel armor and iron armor, there are more cheap cloth armors, cotton armors, and paper armors. These types of armor are lighter in weight and more breathable than iron armor. More suitable for wearing on hot days or for use in the humid and hot south.

5. There are specialized doctors in the army who always have Qingliang powder and other heat-repelling medicines ready for treatment at any time.

6. When encountering a march that does not require a deadline, if the weather is too hot. Generals may march by day and by night. Avoid the heat of the day and march in the relatively cool mornings, evenings and nights.