Jul 26, 2023 · The Roman helmet’s strategic design and remarkable construction made it one of the finest armor pieces of ancient times. Was there more to Roman helmets than just their …

May 15, 2023 · Over the centuries Roman armor changed significantly as a result of new fashions, new technologies, and new challenges. Roman helmets reflected these changes and …

A galea (Latin: [ˈɡaɫea]; from Ancient Greek γαλέη (galéē) ' weasel, marten ') [1] was a Roman soldier's metal helmet, most famously worn by the heavy infantry of the legions. Some …

Roman helmets usually featured a bowl protecting the head, an extension at the back with a neck guard, a ridge above the forehead for additional impact protection and decoration, and hinged …

The new Roman armament was based on Sassanid and Sarmatian helmets. The dorsal helmet was made of more than one element. There was a two-layer or four-layer one, with a …

Jul 27, 2018 · Here are five Roman soldiers’ helmets: 1. The Montefortino helmet. If the Romans saw something that worked they had no hesitation in taking it for their own. This creative theft …

Mar 5, 2023 · The Montefortino helmet was the standard Roman helmet of the second century BC, but existed from 300 BC to the first century AD. The helmet had Celtic origins and …

May 26, 2024 · Among the most recognizable symbols of Roman military might were the iconic helmets worn by legionaries and officers alike. These helmets not only served as protective …

Here at Medieval Armour, we endeavor to provide the widest selection of Roman helms possible, offering both the recognizable helms depicted in movies and fiction as well as the esoteric and …

Dec 24, 2024 · It was not only a crucial piece of armor for Roman soldiers, but also an item of great historical significance that played a key role in the expansion of the Roman Empire. The …