Why did the oval shield replace the scutum?
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Why did the oval shield replace the scutum?
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11-07-2011, 11:51 PM
We know that in the 3rd century AD the square scutum was phased out in favor of an oval shield (clipeus? Or was it bowl shaped). The question is, why? Especially in the case with a bowl shaped shield, which would probably be more difficult to make.
Was this due to the need to use spears more often? |
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