Ultima Ratio 1/72 Velites - Roman Republic Army - Punic Wars # 7225

Name: Ultima Ratio 1/72 Velites - Roman Republic Army - Punic Wars # 7225
Brand: Ultima Ratio
SKU: UR7225
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The Velites were light infantry skirmishers of the Roman Republic army, playing a vital role during the Punic Wars of the 3rd and early 2nd centuries BC.

Typically drawn from the younger and less wealthy citizens, Velites provided mobility, flexibility, and harassment capability ahead of the main battle line.

Lightly equipped for speed and agility, Velites carried a bundle of javelins (hastae velitares), a short sword, and a small round shield known as a parma.

For identification and protection, many wore a distinctive wolf-skin headdress over a simple helmet. Their minimal armour allowed them to move quickly across the battlefield and disengage rapidly when required.

On the battlefield, Velites operated in front of the heavy infantry, advancing to disrupt enemy formations with missile fire before withdrawing through the ranks of the Hastati and Principes.

They were also used to screen troop movements, harass enemy cavalry, and exploit broken ground where heavier troops were less effective.

During the Punic Wars, particularly against Carthaginian forces and their allies, Velites proved essential in countering war elephants, skirmishers, and light troops.

Their role exemplified the flexibility and combined-arms approach that contributed significantly to Roman battlefield success during this period.

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SKU	UR7225
Manufacturer	Ultima Ratio
Scale	1/72
Short Description	Ultima Ratio 1/72 Velites - Roman Republic Army - Punic Wars # 7225

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