The cross?
The shield was a defensive item, but it was also used offensively in combat and was a status symbol to indicate warrior status.
Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.
The Zulu shields, like the shields of soldiers or warriors of all other peoples in the world, were used for protection in battle.
Sheilds with Heraldry on them were used to identify soldiers on the battlefield.
The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.The long Roman shields were used for the same purposes as the smaller rounded ones, or any other shield for that matter----protection.
The shield was a defensive item, but it was also used offensively in combat and was a status symbol to indicate warrior status.
Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.Of course they used shields. Shields were standard military equipment since the first armies went to war. As far as "sticks" the Romans had much more sophisticated weapons than a stick. However a centurion had, as a symbol of his authority, a vine rod which could be considered a stick. He liberally used it to discipline his men.
The people of the Northwest Coast used blankets made from cedar bark or wool for warmth, ceremonial purposes, and as a form of currency for trade. Copper shields were used as a symbol of wealth and authority, often displayed during potlatches and other important ceremonies to show prestige and power.
They always used shields
The Zulu shields, like the shields of soldiers or warriors of all other peoples in the world, were used for protection in battle.
The Arch of Constantine was used to celebrate the anniversary of the defeat of Maxentius every year.
often used by indians, blanket and copper shields were something used to protect themselves
The 'christogram' called chi rho (chee ro) is used by some Christians, however, the Bible does not state who or when or even if it was used. It represents the first two letters of the Greek word for Christ which are superimposed in such a way as to produce this monogram. Though many scholars now say the historian Lactantius' account of the soon to become Emperor of Rome - Constantine - used this symbol on the shields of his army fighting the rival General Maxentius (circa 312 AD) and win the day - is not substantiated to be the 'chi rho.'
Face shields can be used to block things from your face. Such as wind or eggs.
The word "Shields" in the place names of North and South Shields corresponds to the Middle English "schele", meaning "temporary sheds or huts used by fishermen".
Shields (Greek Hoplon or Roman Scutum) are used primarily to protect the body and can be used , in a phalanx , to push the enemy back to upset their forward momentum .
he used swords and shields