Roman Legionaries COBI 20067 - Imperium Romanum

ROMAN LEGIONARIES | COBI 20067

A building set featuring Roman legionary figures. The distinguishing mark of the officer, the Centurion, is his helmet with a removable red crest, complemented by decorated armor, a red cloak, and a sword (Gladius). The remaining two legionaries are equipped with simpler armor, a helmet, a large rectangular shield (Scutum), and a spear (Pilum).

Did you know?

The first surviving records of Roman legions date back to the 7th century BC. In the early days of the Roman Empire, legions were assembled for specific military campaigns. It was not until 107 BC that the general Gaius Marius established a permanent professional army in which legionaries underwent rigorous training while adhering to strict discipline. According to historians, this preparation was the key to the military success of the legions, as their strength lay not so much in individual prowess as in discipline, organization, and the ability to fight as a single unit.

During the reign of Emperor Severus, 442,000 men served in the legions and the Praetorian Guard. The military service law Ius militiae required recruited soldiers to serve for 25 years. However, the law did not apply to the poorest citizens. The emperor knew that the army was the foundation of imperial power, so he increased soldiers' pay by 50%, amounting to approximately 225 denarii per year, plus war booty at his discretion. He also allowed soldiers to marry, improved conditions for veterans, and strengthened the frontier armies. After 16 years of service, a soldier became entitled to a grant of land.

A Centurion commanded a century consisting of 80 men. A group of six centuries was called a cohort. The smallest unit was the Contubernium, consisting of eight men. On military campaigns, the legions were accompanied by auxiliary troops known as Auxilia.

Equipment:

• Centurion: crested helmet, short gladius sword, two pugio daggers, heavy sandals, water and food pouch.
• Legionary: galea helmet, pilum spear, gladius sword, two pugio daggers, scutum shield, heavy sandals, backpack with food for 3 days and water.

Roman Law Lex Poetelia:

"A Roman citizen who has lost his rights due to severe debt and fallen into slavery shall be protected from unlawful treatment during military service."

About the COBI set:  

• COBI 20067 building set is made of 38 high-quality ABS bricks
• Imperium Romanum collection
• pad printed - no stickers
• accurate detailing
• made in the EU
• compatible with other building block brands