Furca (carrying bar)
The furca was a carrying pole carried by Roman legionaries during the march.
Appearance
The furca was a cross made of ash wood . With her, the sarcina was carried over the shoulder, well distributed. Through the cross the luggage could be carried comfortably and safely. During the march, the furca was leaned on the scutum , which was strapped to its back . So you could carry your luggage with your left hand and the pilum with your right . The loculus was attached to the Furca . In the event of a fight, the furca as a whole was thrown to the ground and the scutum was taken in the left hand. With this technique you were ready to fight in 20 seconds (as has been determined in various attempts).
history
The Furca was introduced shortly after the reform of Marius , i.e. around 100 BC. Chr.
See also
Web links
- March luggage (private side)
- Weapons and equipment of the Roman army