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AWA415 - Why did the Romans completely abandon the spear in favour of the pilum?

Ancient Warfare Podcast by The History Network

Jun 26, 202610:27Society & Culture

Seth tracked Murray down via Facebook Messenger and asked: "Hi Murray, really appreciate your AWA podcast, great short bursts of knowledge. One question that bugs me about legionaries. Why did the Romans completely aband...

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