03-04-2014, 04:15 PM
It's interesting. We are not certain if the names have anything to do with these units at all; The Cornuti Seniores translates to "Senior Horns" which could refer to either a Bull's Horns, or the Cornu, a Roman trumpet.
However, as Auxilia Palatina, this unit had nothing to do with being Trumpeters: They were Specialist Infantry.
The same applies to the Brachiati (Bracchati is not correct as far as I know). The wearing of trousers had become commonplace by the late 3rd cenntury, and the wearing of bracelets had been popular due to Celtic influence.
Again, the name may mean Bracelets or Trousers, but it likely has nothing to do with the actual unit.
That's the most I can help you with. I'm sure someone who knows more about the Early 4th century naming of these units can elaborate. 5th century is my specialty.
However, as Auxilia Palatina, this unit had nothing to do with being Trumpeters: They were Specialist Infantry.
The same applies to the Brachiati (Bracchati is not correct as far as I know). The wearing of trousers had become commonplace by the late 3rd cenntury, and the wearing of bracelets had been popular due to Celtic influence.
Again, the name may mean Bracelets or Trousers, but it likely has nothing to do with the actual unit.
That's the most I can help you with. I'm sure someone who knows more about the Early 4th century naming of these units can elaborate. 5th century is my specialty.
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