curvature. The Mainz variety came into use on the frontier in the early empire. It kept the curvature, but shortened and widened the blade and made the point triangular. At home, the less battle-effective Pompeii version came into use. It eliminated the curvature, lengthened the blade, and diminished the point. The Fulham was a compromise, with straight edges and a long point.

Gladius Hispaniensis

The gladius Hispaniensis was a Roman sword used from around 216 BC until 20 BC. Its blade had a length of 60 - 68 cm, and the sword

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