THE SOLDIERS’ MORALE IN THE ROMAN ARMY
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https://doi.org/10.14795/j.v1i3.67Keywords:
morale, intimidation techniques, visual impression, the benefits of the roman soldiersAbstract
The studies concerning the Roman army highlights mainly the training and organisation as defining elements for the success in battle. However, besides the training and organisation, there are other things that influence the soldier’s behavior in battle. The aim of this article is to emphasize that the soldiers’ morale, closely linked with training and organization, can make the difference on battlefield. There will be presented both the intimidation techniques used on battlefield and the elements that lead to strengthening morale.
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