10-09-2013, 06:04 PM
Salvete Gladiatores!
After a regrettable hiatus from RAT I have returned. During my unexpected time away from the computer, I have been pondering a question. How were the gladiators of Spartacus' revolt equipped? Did they cast aside the ornate gladiator gear in favor of more practical Roman military gear, or did they choose to wear the modified garb of a gladiator in hopes of using the Roman's stereotype of the manly, fearless, warrior against them? Additionally, I wonder if they got first pick of the scavenged gear over the ordinary, or if it was every man for themselves. I'm acutely aware of the lack of evidence, but I would like to take a fresh angle on studying the Spartacus revolt.
Sincerest Regards,
Tyler
After a regrettable hiatus from RAT I have returned. During my unexpected time away from the computer, I have been pondering a question. How were the gladiators of Spartacus' revolt equipped? Did they cast aside the ornate gladiator gear in favor of more practical Roman military gear, or did they choose to wear the modified garb of a gladiator in hopes of using the Roman's stereotype of the manly, fearless, warrior against them? Additionally, I wonder if they got first pick of the scavenged gear over the ordinary, or if it was every man for themselves. I'm acutely aware of the lack of evidence, but I would like to take a fresh angle on studying the Spartacus revolt.
Sincerest Regards,
Tyler
Tyler
Undergrad student majoring in Social Studies Education with a specialty in world history.
"conare levissimus videri, hostes enimfortasse instrumentis indigeant"
(Try to look unimportant-the enemy might be low on ammunition).
Undergrad student majoring in Social Studies Education with a specialty in world history.
"conare levissimus videri, hostes enimfortasse instrumentis indigeant"
(Try to look unimportant-the enemy might be low on ammunition).
