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A spartan warrior was told to return from war with or to?

Their shield. It was believed that, if a Spartan returned without their shield, they had thrown it at the enemy as they ran away from the fight. Fleeing from battle in Sparta was a capital offense. ANSWER The actual quote is fiction. It never appeared in any ancient source but was used today to clearly emphasize the very core of their culture.


How were the roman shield used in battle?

Roman shields were used in battle to protect from arrows and swords etc.


Why were the spartan shields important?

The Spartan's were primaraly Hoplites, that means they used to shields called Hoploms and large spears, The shields were important because they helped form the formation as each soldier used his shield to cover the man next to him called a phalanx, And pointed there spears down and marched forward to create a barrier of shield and spear. also because a lone spartan warrior could swing the shield so strong that it could simulate a car crash and kill another warrior


How did the Spartans use their shields in battle?

"The large shield used by the Greeks was an excellent defense as it could stop most weapons of its time. In addition, its weight made it a dangerous weapon. A thrust forward with the shield could knock an opponent down, setting him up for a kill with any of the attacker's weapons. A strike from the shield's edge was deadly, as it could break bones and fatally fracture the skull." ~ Wikipedia A Spartan mother's parting words to her son as he left for battle were "Come home bearing your shield, or on it." This quote is found in Plutarch's Moralia, a collection of morals, tales, and short stories, in a section called Sayings of Spartan Women. While this may indicate another use for the shield as a stretcher, it is more likely that the family would simply want the valuable large shield back.


HOW does a roman soldier arm himself?

Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.Going into battle a Roman soldier had his sword, knife and javelins. These were the basic weapons of the infantry. He also had his shield which could be used either offensively or defensively and of course, his body armor and helmet.

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When was the spartan shield used?

during battle


How much does a spartan shield weigh?

A Spartan shield typically weighs around 15-20 pounds depending on its size and materials used in its construction. These shields were designed to provide protection without being too heavy to hinder movement in battle.


A spartan warrior was told to return from war with or to?

Their shield. It was believed that, if a Spartan returned without their shield, they had thrown it at the enemy as they ran away from the fight. Fleeing from battle in Sparta was a capital offense. ANSWER The actual quote is fiction. It never appeared in any ancient source but was used today to clearly emphasize the very core of their culture.


How did Thorin get the name of 'Oakenshield'?

At the Battle of Azanulbizar Thorin's shield was broken and he used an oak branch to defend himself.


What is the name of a Roman shield?

A Roman soldier's shield was called a scutum.


How were the roman shield used in battle?

Roman shields were used in battle to protect from arrows and swords etc.


Did Spartans fight with their shield?

A Spartan's shield was his most important piece of military equipment. They used their shields to both attack and defend, defending from enemy strikes and hitting enemies with the shield, stunning them and possibly breaking bones.


What tactics were used at the battle of hasting?

The shield wall - William


Why were the spartan shields important?

The Spartan's were primaraly Hoplites, that means they used to shields called Hoploms and large spears, The shields were important because they helped form the formation as each soldier used his shield to cover the man next to him called a phalanx, And pointed there spears down and marched forward to create a barrier of shield and spear. also because a lone spartan warrior could swing the shield so strong that it could simulate a car crash and kill another warrior


What is the knob on a shield called?

Called the shield boss, or umbo, is a round, convex or conical piece of material at the centre of a shield used in battle


How did the Spartans use their shields in battle?

"The large shield used by the Greeks was an excellent defense as it could stop most weapons of its time. In addition, its weight made it a dangerous weapon. A thrust forward with the shield could knock an opponent down, setting him up for a kill with any of the attacker's weapons. A strike from the shield's edge was deadly, as it could break bones and fatally fracture the skull." ~ Wikipedia A Spartan mother's parting words to her son as he left for battle were "Come home bearing your shield, or on it." This quote is found in Plutarch's Moralia, a collection of morals, tales, and short stories, in a section called Sayings of Spartan Women. While this may indicate another use for the shield as a stretcher, it is more likely that the family would simply want the valuable large shield back.


What weapons did the Spartans use?

Mainly spear and shield. Spartan hoplites (infantry) used relatively short swords (xiphos) as a secondary weapon.