Even if you are a swords collector, fascinated by Greek warfare but still don’t know the foremost and firsthand basics about the Greeks you are at the right place.Here we have answered the most frequently asked questions about Greek culture in general and particularly ancient Greek swords.
Ancient Greek Swords and Roman swords, What’s the difference?
Firstly, the Greek blades came first. Though both are recognized as similar Roman blades came after the Greek bladess. Romans adopted the culture of Greeks their battle techniques armaments. Greek swords differ from ancient Roman ones in the shape of the blade. The Greek blades have a leaf-shaped blade. The Romans again copied the same design as well. But also built other swords which were distinctly straight bladed types.
Use of ancient Greek Swords?
Used in many situations;
Pursuing the enemies that were fleeing due to collapsed phalanxes.
At the breakage of spears and spearheads.
At the use of spears as javelins in the course of the battle.
The situation of the shield also determines which weapon to use. When the shield has been cast off, either from breakdown or force the sword is to be used.
The primary weapon for the Greeks?
The primary weapon for the Greeks were spears. They were quite effective in the formation of Phalanx by thrusting them forward and against the ranks of the enemy.When the phalanx broke out or their spears splintered, the Greek soldiers unsheathed their swords which hung from baldric on their right waist for close combat.
Trained in Sword Fighting?
The Greeks were trained in sword fighting but their training was crude and simple. The Spartans being very strict and regimented in military training among the city-state armies, still relied on easily memorable footwork and techniques while using or training for swords.Due to the popularity of the phalanx over other battle formations, the Greek sword fighting was limited.
Greek sword Parts?
The hilt, the blade, and the scabbard were the three parts of the Greek swords. Archeological findings have stated that hilt was made of wood and metal. The blade is forged made of iron and cast of bronze.The scabbard was made of precious metals for the officials. The lower rankers' scabbard was made of wood. Some of the Greek sword parts had battle scenes and heroes carved on them. Especially on religious swords.
What are the Hoplites?
Hoplites, are Greek (foot) soldiers. They are called that by the virtue of their large, circular shields called hoplon. A hoplite panoply or military regalia include greaves, helmet, shield, spear, a breastplate and a sword. Modern simulation of the Greek warfare estimated about 50-70lbs of the load was carried by an ordinary hoplite.
What about the cost? How can I buy?
It depends on from where you are getting it. Centuries-old museum pieces cost millions of dollars. Even some of the forged pieces in the market charge more than they deliver. SwordsSwords has the widest variety of cheap Greco-Roman Era Swords that too at the most affordable prices.Be sure to get them from a knowledgeable and reputed curator.
