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Gladius, The - Roman Short Sword

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Weapon - Assorted

Last Stocked on 5/14/2021

Product Info

Title
Gladius, The - Roman Short Sword
Publisher
Product Line
Category
Author
M. C. Bishop
Publish Year
2016
Pages
80
Dimensions
7x9.5x.5"
NKG Part #
2147649358
MFG. Part #
OSPWEAP051
Type
Softcover

Description

One of the most feared weapons in the ancient world, the gladius was lethal both on the battlefield and in the arena. Literary sources tell of the terror it inspired, while archaeological evidence of wounds inflicted is testament to its deadly effect. By pulling together strands of literary, sculptural and archaeological evidence renowned expert M.C. Bishop creates a narrative of the gladius' development, exploring the way in which the shape of the short sword changed as soldiers and gladiators evolved their fighting style.

Drawing together historical accounts, excavated artefacts and the results of the latest scientific analyses of the blades, this volume reveals the development, technology, training and use of the gladius hispaniensis: the sword that conquered the Mediterranean.