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AWA381 - Did Ancient Soldiers Protect Their Feet?

AWA381 - Did Ancient Soldiers Protect Their Feet?

Update: 2025-10-31
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A listener asks: with Greek and Roman soldiers well-armoured elsewhere, how did they protect the tops of their feet from injury? Murray Dahm explores what ancient sources and archaeology reveal about footwear, armour, and the realities of combat.

 

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AWA381 - Did Ancient Soldiers Protect Their Feet?

AWA381 - Did Ancient Soldiers Protect Their Feet?