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The Various Types of Roman Swords

Roman Swords evolved from small daggers that were used to stab enemies, preferably in the abdomen, which generally caused a fatal injury, and such areas as the back of the knee that would hobble them in battle.{They were also used to great affect as a short stabbing sword in close combat, especially the Gladius sword.|Another […]

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Different Variations of Ancient Roman Swords and Their Uses in Battle

Ancient Roman Soldiers went into battle armed with shields, helmets and Roman Swords. The Roman Empire overlapped the Iron Age, but Roman Swords are made from steel. The result of the addition of carbon to the iron used in Roman swords, was a sword that was not only stronger but that could be honed to […]

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