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The Celts had a very well defined civilization in which women were equal to men and even held their own property (after marriage they still held rights to it).  This strong social order placed as much importance on harp entertainers and artisans as much as it did on warriors.  Placing this much importance on culture was the strongest way to instill their rich history and beliefs from the earlies...

To create their highly effective fighting units, training was harsh for the Roman soldier. This helped to instill a group unity, however the military discipline of the legions could be quite brutal. Regulations were strictly enforced, and many punishments could be inflicted upon a legionary who broke them. From being flayed to fewer rations, even threats to the family at home. As a result of this demanding lifestyle many legionaries became devote...

Oh lord, deliver us from the NorthmenThe first thing that seems to come up with Vikings is the name itself. One should note that the term Viking is actually a Nordic term for the act of going on a raid and was never used to name a particular people. It referred to all Scandinavians and what they did, not who they were. But regardless of what country they were from, if you were from England (one of the easiest places to get to for raiders) they we...