History
Tents were used at least as far back as the early Iron Age; they are mentioned in the bible, for example in the Genesis 4:20 where Jabal is described as 'the first to live in tents and raise sheep and goats'. (CEV) The Roman Army used leather tents, copies of which have been used successfully by modern reenactors. Various styles developed over time, some derived from traditional nomadic tents, such as the yurt.
Most military tents throughout history were of a simple ridge design. The major technological advance was the use of linen or hemp canvas for the canopy versus leather for the Romans. The primary use of tents was still to provide portable shelter for a small number of men in the field.
By World War I larger designs were being deployed in rear areas to provide shelter for support activities and supplies.
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