Briefly explain ONE specific historical development that contributed to the sentiments depicted in this passage

c. troops marched forward in close formation against newer, more accurate weapons

“the iliad” (gr: “iliás”) is an epic poem by the ancient greek poet homer, which recounts some of the significant events of the final weeks of the trojan war and the greek siege of the city of troy (which was also known as ilion, ilios or ilium in ancient times).