The Legionary.

The cingulim, or belt, was a soldier's badge of office, worn with the tunic at all times. The "apron" of decorated leather strips gave some protection to the groin in battle. Also, the jangling noise made by the apron when the legionaries marched helped to intimidate the enemy.

Marius's Mule: a fully loaded legionary on the march carrried more than armour, weapons and a shield. Each man had a heavy pack held over the shoulder, which included a tool kit and a dish and pan. This burden weighed 90 pounds or more, and often had to be carried up to 20 miles a day! Legionaries were called Marius's mules after the general who started the practice.

The pugio or dagger was worn on the left, and a gladius, or short sword, on the right. Both were Spansih types copied by the Romans. The sword was a terrible stabbing weapon, short enough to wield easily in the crush of battle. It was horribly effective against the most un armoured Gauls.

Top: Centurions and other officers wore crests on their helmets, so that teir men could see them and follow them into battle

Bottom: Military sandals (caligae) were as important as armour, because the legions won wars by fast marches as much as by battle. These boots were strong and well-ventilated. with patterns of iron hobnails especially designed to take weight and withstand miles of marching.

Pictures and text from Ancient Rome by Simon James (Eyewitness Books)
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