What was the name of the military force used by ancient Rome?
Q: What was the name of the military force used by ancient Rome?
A: The Roman army.
Q: How many men were in the late Roman Empire's army?
A: Approximately 128,000 to 179,200 men.
Q: Who made up the main soldiers in the Empire?
A: The legionaries.
Q: How were legions divided?
A: Into centuries, which were made up of 80 soldiers and 20 other men who remained in camp for chores.
Q: Who else was part of the Roman army besides legionaries?
A: Auxilia, which were non-citizens from Roman provinces who were paid less than legionaries and did not usually wear armor.
Q: What type of units did Rome have for cavalry? A: Equites units whose men had horses and more expensive weapons but they were fewer in number so less important in battle than infantry.
