DBA Armies

This list covers the armies of Rome from the reforms of Servius Tullius until those of Camillus. The equites were centrally equipped, while the militia were unpaid, but organised into centuries by class. The first class (Sp) were equipped as hoplites with body armour and round shields. The second & third classes were also classed as Sp but were unarmoured and carried an oval scutum. The fourth class (Ax) were described as having spear and javelins and probably did not have shields. The fifth class (Ps) were armed with slings and javelins. References: Armies of the Macedonian and Punic Wars D. Head, The Making of the Roman Army L. Keppie.