06-21-2001, 12:29 AM
One of the things that I don't agree with is that the...I hate it when this happens. I can't remember what it's called.<br>
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That metal thingy sticking out of the front of the scutum was most likely not used for punching an oponent. The position of the fist holding the scutum would make for a very weak punch.<br>
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As far as formation is concerned, my experience on the field of battle is still too limited to write with authority. I'll try to address this after I've been to some more re-enactments and recreations. <p><br><i>SI HOC LEGERE POTES, OPERIS BONI IN REBVS LATINIS FRVCTVOSIS POTIRI POTES.</i></p><i></i>
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That metal thingy sticking out of the front of the scutum was most likely not used for punching an oponent. The position of the fist holding the scutum would make for a very weak punch.<br>
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As far as formation is concerned, my experience on the field of battle is still too limited to write with authority. I'll try to address this after I've been to some more re-enactments and recreations. <p><br><i>SI HOC LEGERE POTES, OPERIS BONI IN REBVS LATINIS FRVCTVOSIS POTIRI POTES.</i></p><i></i>
