CLA160H1 Lecture Notes - Manumission, Novus Homo, Tablinum
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Roman imperialism (was like a theme in their history), and explanations as to why there was imperialism. Rome defeated carthage, then became dominant power in western meditteranean. Was probably raiding warfare (eg. go steal cattle, then provoke a local war) May have fought in something like a hoplite phalanx. Armor dated to 6th century, a very much greek style of armor. Shiled= a long sort of body shiled (rather than a round shield) Could also be used as an offensive weapon (shield part was called the boss) There was no concept of using reserve soldiers. Triarii= the oldest veteran soldiers, the third guy. Would not engage in battle unless they were needed. Gave them on the job training of how to be a commander. While romans liked to be in the core . At the end of their service (x years) they could become citizens.
