Posted: April 13, 2000 at 19:16:19: by Tar-Elenion
: Tolkien estimates that the full muster of Rohan would produce about 12000 men. According to my understanding, a full muster would have included all men who are able to fight, so 12000 is the top figure for Rohan's army. But I do believe that Gondor could have raised at least around 50000 fighters if need be.
I think the 'full muster' referred to would only have included those Riders trained and equipped. The Rohirrim could have also raised a number of men on foot. This is indicated both in UT and in the Hilms Deep chapter of LotR.
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