SPA037C - Hoplite Waiting with Theseus Fighting Minotaur Shield D-Day Victorian soldiers relied on discipline

Victorian soldiers relied on discipline

British soldiers served across the globe

Figures representing specialist roles allow collectors to explore the full complexity of wartime operations

ROM145 - Retired Centurion

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SPA037C - Hoplite Waiting with Theseus Fighting Minotaur Shield D-Day Victorian soldiers relied on disciplineSPA037C Hoplite Waiting with Theseus Fighting Minotaur Shield Greek mythology provided ancient warriors with stories of heroes, monsters, and legendary victories that became part of their cultural identity. Many soldiers carried symbols connected to these stories, using their shields not only as protection but also as expressions of heritage and pride. This figure features a Greek Hoplite waiting with a shield depicting Theseus fighting the Minotaur.