In Ancient Roman times the Testudo formation or Tortoise Formation was a kind of shield wall formation commonly used to protect a large group of soldiers moving towards the enemy. In the Testudo the soldiers would align their shields to the front and on top of their formation... Some groups would also carry their shields on both flanks of the formation for additional protection. This mode of defence offered some a degree of protection against rocks, arrows and other projectiles while the unit still advanced towards the enemy slowly but surely. This K&C Testudo comprises the following: 9 x Legionnaires advancing carrying their shields above their heads. 3 x Legionnaires advancing with their shields to the front and their pilums held horizontally forwards. 2 x Legionnaires advancing with their shields on the right and holding their swords in their left hands. 2 x Legionnaires advancing with their shields on the left and their swords in their right hands. This large 16 x figure set comes in its own specially designed box
Group
Sculptural Figure(s)
Condition
Extra Fine painted
Scale
Scale 1:30
Material
Metal-Alloy
Zeit von
Ancient
Time
Ancient
Nationality/Location
Rome
Not a toy! Not suitable for children under the age of 14!