What it is: A wooden and leather shield used by a Roman soldier in battle When it was made: Second century A.D.

Re-enactors with Roman shields. Legionaries signed up for at least 25 years' service. But if they survived their time, they were rewarded with a gift of land they could farm. Old soldiers often ...

Roman soldiers were also taught to fight as a unit rather than as individuals. They fought in tight formations and protected themselves behind long shields. One such formation was called the ...

The Roman Empire was created and controlled ... He also carried a 'pilum' (javelin), a helmet, armor, shield and a pack with supplies. Soldiers were rigorously trained to march long distances ...