Battle Gladius Sword - Mainz Gladius - Short Sword - 18" Renaissance the Gladius underwent an evolution

the Gladius underwent an evolution by the 3rd century B

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Battle Gladius Sword - Mainz Gladius - Short Sword - 18" Renaissance the Gladius underwent an evolutionGladius Sword Description The Gladius sword, deriving its name from the Latin word for "sword," was the primary weapon of Ancient Roman foot soldiers. These swords were essential for close combat after soldiers engaged enemies with javelins from a distance. The early Gladius swords bore a resemblance to the Greek xiphos, but by the 3rd century B. C. E., the Romans had adapted their design to incorporate elements from swords used by their adversaries,