The Roman ArmyBy Oliver W.

Every other slide in this show is in “Times New Roman” font.

The Roman Formations

• The “testudo” formation• The “orb” formation• The “repel cavalry “ formation • The “wedge” formation• The “skirmish” formation

The “orb” formationThe orb was a defensive formation that is in the shape a complete circle. It would be used if a small section of an army had been branched off or if they were completely surrounded.

The “tortoise” formationWhen this formation was deployed it was nearly invincible against arrows, rocks, and other stuff being hurtled at them.

The “wedge” formationThe wedge formation was an aggressive formation used to separate and ‘crack open’ the enemy lines. It takes the shape of a arrow head.

The “repel cavalry” formation

This formation obviously ‘repels cavalry’. It takes the form of a barrier with a slanted roof. A lot of times archers would be behind this formation picking off in coming enemy troops.

The “skirmish” formation

This formation features a group of solders with widely spaced lines and every second man has stepped forward a few paces. This could have been used for swiftly moving towards enemies or clearing a battle field of any survivors.

The way the roman armies works

The army of Augustus (also known as the ‘classic’ legion)

This army during this time was led by Julius Cesar. It was known for its

efficiency. The army of Augustus was made up of 28 legions each consisting of about 6,000 men.

Augustus also raised the amount of years from 6 to 20 years!

The Roman Army Timeline

250-378 A.D. 378-565 A.D. 2nd Century B.C.

Normal Weaponry and Armor

• Cassis- helmet• Lorica Segmentata- armor• Gladius- sword, 18-24in. long• Pilium- medium-length throwing spear• Scutum- shield• Red battle cloak• Sandals

Wooden WallsDitch and Palisade

Soldiers Tents

Generals quarter

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Camp HQ

Soldier’s Tents

StandardsAlter

Bathroom

Officer’s Tents

Soldier's TentsSoldier's Tents

Officer’s Tents

Stables Stables

Forum

Stables Stables

The Roman army is debatably the most dominating army of all time.

Some of its tactics in war are still used today.