One of the great strengths of the Roman army was its ability to evolve over time — tactically, strategically, and technologically. Anything that could give its soldiers an extra edge on the ...
A metal detectorist discovered two 1,800-year-old Roman cavalry swords still protected in remnants of their wooden scabbards, or sheaths in the North Cotswolds, England. Glenn Manning found the ...
The swords have long blades that were likely used by Roman soldiers or civilians while riding on horseback. Cotswold District Council A metal detectorist has unearthed a pair of 1,800-year-old Roman ...