Roman Army Warriors and Weapons
Discover the mighty soldiers who conquered an empire Year 4 History
Who Were the Romans?
What do you already know about the Romans? Think about their buildings, food, or soldiers Share your ideas with the class!
The Mighty Roman Army
The Roman army conquered most of Europe, Africa, and Asia Soldiers were highly trained and disciplined They protected the Roman Empire for over 400 years Roman soldiers were called legionaries
Roman Soldier's Helmet - The Galea
Made of bronze or iron for protection Had cheek guards to protect the face Some had decorative crests for officers Weighed about 2-3 kilograms
Body Armor - Lorica Segmentata
Made of iron strips held together with leather Protected the chest and back Flexible so soldiers could move easily Took about 30 minutes to put on!
The Roman Shield - Scutum
Large rectangular shield made of wood Covered with leather and metal Had a metal boss in the center for attacking Protected the whole body when crouched
The Roman Sword - Gladius
Short sword perfect for close combat About 60 centimeters long Had a sharp point for stabbing Every soldier carried one on their right side
Test Your Roman Army Knowledge!
What was the Roman soldier's helmet called? Why was the Roman army so successful? Name two pieces of Roman armor What did Roman soldiers do during their day?
Roman vs Modern Soldiers
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Why Study the Roman Army?
Helps us understand how Britain became part of the Roman Empire Shows us how armies and warfare have changed over time Teaches us about discipline and teamwork The Romans influenced our language, laws, and buildings