Supernumerarii
Supernumerarii, also known as supernumerary soldiers, were auxiliary troops in the Roman army. They were not part of the regular cohort or legion, but rather served as additional support or reinforcement. Supernumerarii were typically recruited from the local population or from other regions, and they were often used to fill gaps in the army's manpower or to provide specific skills that the regular troops lacked.
The term "supernumerarii" literally means "above the number," reflecting their status as extra troops. They were
In some cases, supernumerarii were also used to supplement the ranks of the regular troops during times