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The gladius was a Roman sword known for its double-edged sides and its superior thrusting tip. Typically the sword was constructed from steel and used as a close range weapon paired with a shield. The sword dates back to the 3rd Century BC where it took the place of a more primitive sword without as much function. There were several different designs of gladius used over the years for Roman soldiers. It's no wonder it was a favorite of Roman soldiers because of its many uses and its sturdy

Throughout the period called the "Dark Ages", the seafaring warriors of the North, the Vikings, struck fear into the peoples of Europe. Daring the waters of many seas these fearless men of Scandinavia alternately raided and explored. The Vikings were not just raiders but farmers and merchants. As merchants, their travels extended into the Middle East. Here's where the Viking sword came into being.Swords in Europe were made of ferrous iron. It held a great deal of slag which when forged into weap

Roman Legionaries and Samurai Warriors are two of the most infamous historical warriors, and many people have speculated about how they would fare in combat against each other. In order to understand who would win in this fight, one needs to know their training and equipment.Profile of a Roman WarriorThe Roman Legionary were the core of the Roman army, and allowed the small Italian state to expand to the point where it controlled all of the lands surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. A Roman L