SPA031A - Marching Hoplite with Lambda Shield Over Head D-Day Guard duty has always been

Guard duty has always been an essential part of military operations

this piece creates a dramatic focal point within Roman displays

and other rare creatures were brought from distant lands and became part of Roman spectacle and luxury

a tightly organised formation where discipline and teamwork were more important than individual actions

SPA031A - Marching Hoplite with Lambda Shield Over Head D-Day Guard duty has always beenSPA031A Marching Hoplite with Lambda Shield Over Head The Lambda symbol has become one of the most recognised emblems associated with ancient Sparta. Representing Lacedaemon, the region controlled by Sparta, the symbol reflected the pride and identity of one of Greece's most famous military societies. This figure depicts a marching hoplite carrying a Lambda shield above his head, presenting the image of a Greek warrior preparing for battle. The raised