Not a soldier but a public servant
Believe it or not, but initially a samurai was not a soldier but a public servant. Somewhere in the seventh century Japanese emperor Tenji introduced ... read more
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One secret of brave Spartans
Have you ever wondered why Spartans were able to spend so much time of the lives on military exercises? I guess, everyone watched the movie about 300 ... read more
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Sarmatian influence on Celtic Britain
Fifty five hundred of these warriors were sent by emperor Marcus Aurelius to guard Roman settlements in Britain against attacks by the Celts. In our t... read more
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Sulla's military achievements
Last time I was telling you that Roman dictator Sulla was famous for his bravery and cunning. Here is his glorious deeds in brief.In 106 BC Sulla part... read more
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The highest Roman military honor
For his achievements Sulla was awarded the highest Roman military honor - a famous Grass Crown. This award was given for personal bravery to a command... read more
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The tradition of Roman triumphs
Up until today nobody knows the origin of the Roman triumph ceremony. Some say that it came from ancient Etruscan civilization and then passed to Rome... read more
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Three crowns of pharaohs
Pharaohs in ancient Egypt had three crowns: red, white and blue. Red and white eventually became a double crown symbolizing united kingdoms of Lower a... read more
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