essedarius

gladiator class

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The essedarii were a class of gladiators in ancient Rome who fought from chariots. This type of gladiator is believed to have fought from chariots, similar to how the ancient Britons used them. Chariots themselves were two- or four-wheeled vehicles used in ancient times for warfare, racing, and hunting. They were pulled by horses and played a significant role in ancient battles and spectacles.123

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…sword in each hand; the essedarii (“chariot men”), who fought from chariots like the ancient Britons; the hoplomachi (“fighters in armour”), who wore a complete suit of armour; and the laquearii (“lasso men”), who tried to lasso their antagonists.
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…sword in each hand; the essedarii (“chariot men”), who fought from chariots like the ancient Britons; the hoplomachi (“fighters in armour”), who wore a complete suit of armour; and the laquearii (“lasso men”), who tried to lasso their antagonists.
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