19th March 2008, 11:08 AM
They say history is written by the winners-it also helps to be literate.Hang on a second were you having a go at Spartacus?
Definitely not, one of my favourite ancient epics! But the red tunics thing is a common misconception - some Romans may have worn them, but not all of them. There is evidence for other colours from wall paintings for example. At least in the recent "Rome" series they had troops dressed in a variety of equipment, which is probably nearer the truth than the usual "everyone in the same gear" approach on most programmes/films. Maybe on the parade ground, but not in the field
Definitely not, one of my favourite ancient epics! But the red tunics thing is a common misconception - some Romans may have worn them, but not all of them. There is evidence for other colours from wall paintings for example. At least in the recent "Rome" series they had troops dressed in a variety of equipment, which is probably nearer the truth than the usual "everyone in the same gear" approach on most programmes/films. Maybe on the parade ground, but not in the field