and the Samnites had a sword, an oblong shield and a helmet with a visor. Finally, the Bestiarii fought wild animals. The games were so popular that successful gladiators could become extremely ...

Faced with intense competition, Paramount’s Gladiator II took a hit this weekend, especially at the domestic box office. The swords-and-sandals ... Captured by Roman forces led by General ...

Gladiators came from many different backgrounds. They largely came from the lower echelons of Roman society ... He carried a long, straight sword and a large shield that could weigh between ...