scutarius
Scutarius is a term derived from Latin, meaning "shield-bearer." It refers to a type of ancient Roman soldier who carried a large, round shield known as a scutum. The scutarius was a crucial component of the Roman military, serving as a shield bearer for the legionary cohort. Their primary role was to protect the cohort's standard bearer, known as the signifer, and to provide a shield wall to protect the cohort from enemy attacks.
The scutarius was equipped with a scutum, which was a large, round shield made of wood covered
The scutarius played a vital role in the Roman military, providing protection for the cohort's standard bearer