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A galea ([ˈɡaɫea], from Greek γαλέη, galéē, " weasel, marten ") [1] was a Roman soldier's helmet. Some gladiators, specifically murmillo (myrmillo), also wore bronze galeae with face masks and decorations, often a fish on its crest. [2]
The Roman helmet, known as the Galea, was a vital piece of protective gear for the military of Rome. Not only did it provide an excellent defense on the battlefield, but it also served as a symbol of identity, rank, and achievements within the military hierarchy.
Over the centuries Roman armor changed significantly as a result of new fashions, new technologies, and new challenges. Roman helmets reflected these changes and were produced in vast quantities. Surviving examples of Roman helmets range from the plain and simple to the fabulously elaborate.
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 was one of their greatest strengths, and the Montefortino helmet is just one of many examples of military plagiarism.
The image of the Roman soldier, clad in his iconic helmet, became a powerful tool of propaganda and a symbol of the empire‘s invincibility. In Roman art and literature, helmets were often depicted as markers of heroism, virtue, and martial prowess.
The hunk of metal was initially dismissed, but further examination revealed its true identity: The artifact was a 2,000-year-old Roman helmet, once worn by a cavalry officer during the...
In this episode we take a close look at Roman helmets, from the early republic to the principate to the dominate; all the most broadly used helmets are discu...
These helmets were made from brass and domed in shape, with a small extension at the back as a neck guard. They normally have a plug-in plume holder on the crown of the helmet, which was conical in shape and in the earliest forms with a scalloped decoration on the plume holder.
A Roman helmet (cassis) protected the head of a Roman infantryman, tied under the chin with a leather strap. It was made of leather covered with a metal sheet. The top of the helmet was strengthened by knobs, rings or a button made of metal that served decorative purposes.
The Gladiator helmet, also known as the gladiatorial helmet, holds a special place in Roman times. They were specifically designed for those who entertained audiences during battle with their combat skills in the ancient Roman arenas.