Tag Archives: soldiers

Caesar Escapes Just Like Indiana Jones

Posted on November 7, 2013 by 100swallows

See him: the tough old general swimming for his life, keeping under water as much as he can while the arrows splash all around him in the water. He holds his notes in the air.  A general needs his papers. … Continue reading →

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What Rome Learned from Hispania

Posted on October 15, 2010 by 100swallows

Rome picked up all kinds of tricks and useful knowledge from the peoples it conquered. While fighting the native Spaniards, for instance, the Roman officers saw the virtues of the short sword they carried. Both its edges were sharp and … Continue reading →

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Caesar’s Army: Basic Facts

Posted on September 19, 2010 by 100swallows

Organization A LEGION comprised 6000 soldiers. It was made up of 10 COHORTS, each containing 600 soldiers. The cohort was composed of 3  MANIPLES (200 soldiers each). A maniple contained  2 CENTURIES (one hundred men = a century) and their … Continue reading →

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