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ROMAN WEAPONS AND ARMOR. ANCIENT ROMAN WEAPONS. Gladius- sword, 18-24 in. long Pilium- Medium length throwing spear . SCUTUM SHIELD. The Roman soldier's frontal protection was the scutum. It was a shield that stood 40 inches tall, and 30 wide. . ANCIENT ROMAN ARMOR.
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ROMAN WEAPONS AND ARMOR
ANCIENT ROMAN WEAPONS • Gladius- • sword, 18-24 in. long • Pilium- • Medium length throwing spear
SCUTUM SHIELD • The Roman soldier's frontal protection was the scutum. It was a shield that stood 40 inches tall, and 30 wide.
ANCIENT ROMAN ARMOR • Lorica Segmentata- armor Cassis- helmet
Ancient Roman Artillery • The catapult is probably the most famous of the four. It had a spring which was coiled and released and caused the rock to fly through the air and inflict injuries to the enemy.
Works Citied • J, T. "Roman Weapons and Tactics." Web. • Miles, Kelly. "Ancient Roman Weapons and Armor." Web. • Kamm, Antony. "Weapons and Tactics." Web.