I have attempted to add some more explanation of the topics covered in the first film and expand on some new material. I wish to thank the many reenactors, historians, and sword masters on both the SBG and RAT Forums. Their assistance, suggestions and ideas were greatly appreciated.

Contrary to what is depicted in modern films, the
Roman gladius fighting was simple and bloody
brutal.

Throughout the long and successful history of the
Roman military the training evolved to meet the
demands presented on the battlefield.

The Roman Legionaries adapted their tactics
based upon the enemy and the environment that
they were fighting in over the centuries. The
Legionaries fought in both open and closed
formations depending on the battle...each battle
was different as were the tactics.

The Scutum /Gladius training techniques
were developed to complement the
fighting formations.

Although there aren't any definitive
historical accounts of specific training
techniques, a degree of common sense
and "experimental archeology", can be
used to fill the gaps.

The following material is based on my
own research and self-study on the
Gladius training of the individual roman
legionary.....

Topics:

I. Stance

II. Thrust Attack Positions
and Techniques

III. Horizontal Thrust Attacks and
Target Areas of the Body

IV. Scutum Strikes

V. Legionaries Pell Drills

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