Each legionnaire (or 'miles') carried a short sword, called a gladius ... had been born in an army camp and was a mascot to the Roman legions. At first, the arrival of Germanicus and his family ...

but they lacked the organisation and military tactics of a Roman legion. The Romans were tightly disciplined and relied on a short stabbing sword in combat. Their front line was made up of ...

Sword and sandals, helmet and shield are ... Legion: Life in the Roman Army tickets Legion: Life in the Roman Army will run from February 1 to June 23 in the Sainsbury Exhibitions Gallery at ...