Legionaries were trained to bash their opponent with the boss of their scutum (shield), knocking them off balance, before follwing with a thrust of the gladius (short sword) up into the ribcage. It was a highly efficient steamroller tactic which ensured many Roman victories. Imperial Legion, Roman Legionary, Roman Armor, Imperiul Roman, Military Illustration, Pax Romana, Roman Army, Roman Warriors, Roman Legion

Imperial Legion

Legionaries were trained to bash their opponent with the boss of their scutum (shield), knocking them off balance, before follwing with a thrust of the gladius (short sword) up into the ribcage. It was a highly efficient steamroller tactic which ensured many Roman victories.

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