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AWA401 - Why Did Helmets Have Crests?

Ancient Warfare Podcast by The History Network

Mar 20, 202612:06Society & Culture

Responding to a recent episode of the main Ancient Warfare podcast, Eric writes in to ask about the purpose of the crest on helmets worn by ancient Greek and Roman soldiers. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarep...

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AWA401 - Why Did Helmets Have Crests? is an episode from Ancient Warfare Podcast by The History Network. Responding to a recent episode of the main Ancient Warfare podcast, Eric writes in to ask about the purpose of the crest on helmets wor...

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Published Mar 20, 2026, 12:06 long, audio available.

AWA401 - Why Did Helmets Have Crests?

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