Videos tagged with Roman Army

This YouTube video, titled 'Home Learning Hub: Boudicca part 3', is the final installment of an educational series by the Royal Armouries. It focuses on the historical figure Boudicca and an impending battle with the Roman army, exploring its potential impact on British history. The video is designed to support teachers and parents with homeschooling resources, directing viewers to the Royal Armouries' website and YouTube playlist for further learning materials. It also highlights the museum's collection of arms and armor, encouraging viewer engagement through comments.

This video details the history and evolution of the Roman Gladius sword, a primary weapon of Roman soldiers for centuries. It covers its design for cutting and thrusting, its origins possibly influenced by Celtic swords, and its standardization under the Marian reforms. The Gladius was crucial to Roman military dominance, with variations like the Mainz, Fulham, and Pompeii types noted for subtle differences.