What Did it Take to Join the Roman Legion? #shorts

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Full video: featuring Veteres Milites and @ImperiumRomanumYT

What did it take for recruits to join the Roman Legion? The probatio required recruits to pass a physical test, proving their age, identity, character, and taking a military oath before the local commander. There are still a few more steps before they officially join the army. Watch the full video to learn more!

Credits:
Research = Chris Das Neves
Script = Chris Das Neves
Narration = Guy Michaels
Reenactment = Imperium Romanum, Veteres Milites Sibiu

Check out more videos in our live history series:
"Special Forces of the Legions" "Gaming in the Roman Army"
"How Did Roman Cataphracts Prepare for War?"
"Roman Army Training"
"What was Watchtower Duty like on the Roman Frontier?"

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