LEGIONARY

Legionary

The Roman legionary was a professional soldier of the Roman army after the Marian reforms. Legionaries had to be Roman citizens under the age of 45. They enlisted in a legion for twenty-five years of service, a change from the early practice of enlisting only for a campaign. The last five years were on veteran lighter duties.

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legionary

Noun

  1. A soldier belonging to a legion; a professional soldier of the ancient .
  2. A member of a legion, such as the , or of any organization containing the term legion in its title (e.g. the ).

Adjective

  1. Relating to, or consisting of a legion or legions.
    A legionary force
  2. Containing a great number.


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