GLAD-14 - Take out the Dead D-Day the Principes represented experienced and

the Principes represented experienced and dependable troops capable of reinforcing weakened positions or delivering decisive attacks against exhausted enemies

chaotic melee engagements

taking aim with his rifle as he engages the enemy

The officer who held the Roman battle line together—both by command and by standing in the fight itself

the katana remained a powerful symbol of command authority

GLAD-14 - Take out the Dead D-Day the Principes represented experienced andIrrespective of their origin, gladiators offered spectators an example of Romes martial ethics and in fighting or dying well, they could inspire admiration and popular acclaim. They were celebrated in high and low art, and their value as entertainers was commemorated in precious and commonplace objects throughout the Roman world.