Legendary leaders and notorious battles, we imagine the sound of clinking armour. But what did the Romans take with them into battle? In the second of our episodes recorded at Chalke Valley History Festival, Legio II Augusta's David Richardson talks through a selection of iconic weapons and deadly devices used by Roman soldiers.Legio II Augusta Website - https://www.legiiavg.org.uk/For behind the scenes and extra Ancients, follow Tristan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ancientstristan/
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