09-17-2004, 08:26 AM
Robert,<br>
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I also noticed in the latest episode of "Decisive Battles" (the battle of Adrianople) that the rank and file had their swords unshethed and held two full length spears in their left hands while holding their scuta.<br>
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But of course I don't trust the series when it comes to accuracy .<br>
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You're probably right about that mosaic being unreliable since it displays a hunting scene. The officer is probably using light javelins or something similar.<br>
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Nathan,<br>
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From your picture I don't see any straps that suspend the shield from falling. Are you sure he's not holding it with his left arm ?<br>
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-Theo <p></p><i></i>
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I also noticed in the latest episode of "Decisive Battles" (the battle of Adrianople) that the rank and file had their swords unshethed and held two full length spears in their left hands while holding their scuta.<br>
<br>
But of course I don't trust the series when it comes to accuracy .<br>
<br>
You're probably right about that mosaic being unreliable since it displays a hunting scene. The officer is probably using light javelins or something similar.<br>
<br>
Nathan,<br>
<br>
From your picture I don't see any straps that suspend the shield from falling. Are you sure he's not holding it with his left arm ?<br>
<br>
-Theo <p></p><i></i>
Jaime
