The gladius was part of the Roman soldier’s equipment ... women weren’t allowed in the army! Soldiers swore an oath of allegiance - a promise to serve the republic and later the emperor.

The Roman Empire was created and controlled by its soldiers. At the core of the army were its legions, which were without equal in their training, discipline and fighting ability. By the time ...

He returned to Rome in 60 BC and, the following year, was elected consul, the highest office in the republic ... along with the Roman army’s training and discipline to conquer and subdue ...