I have indeed traced that line of thinking. The phalanx was all about a tight, unbreakable block—every hoplite in step, shield over shoulder, the same rhythm as a modern squad holding a line of fire. Both rely on discipline, but the ancient formation was rigid; modern squads are more fluid, using radios and individual initiative to react to a changing battlefield. It’s fascinating that the principle of a unified front persists, yet the technology and tactics have shifted from static to dynamic, always keeping the core idea of cohesion at the forefront.