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Roman Weapons

The Ancients

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The History of the Pealer and the Legionary

The javelin was used to slow down an enemy charging on mass at them. It would puncture a shield or even the human body if missed. The romans didn't just stand still and wait for this to happen, they would advance against an enemy after the pela had been thrown.

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