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An aquila (Classical Latin: [ˈakᶣɪla]; lit. ' eagle ') was a prominent symbol used in ancient Rome, especially as the standard of a Roman legion. A legionary known as an aquilifer, the "eagle-bearer", carried this standard. Each legion carried one eagle.
The Roman legion (Latin: legiō, Latin: [ˈɫɛɡioː]), the largest military unit of the Roman army, was composed of Roman citizens serving as legionaries. During the Roman Republic the manipular legion comprised 4,200 infantry and 300 cavalry.
SPQR is often used to represent the Roman Empire and Roman Republic, such as in video games and movies. In the 2000 movie Gladiator, the Roman general Maximus (portrayed by Russell Crowe) has "SPQR" tattooed on his upper arm, which he removes by scraping after he is sold into slavery.
19 Φεβ 2014 · The Roman Standard (Latin: Signum or Signa Romanum) was a pennant, flag, or banner, suspended or attached to a staff or pole, which identified a Roman legion (infantry) or Equites (cavalry). The Standard of a cavalry unit was emblazoned with the symbol of the serpent (Draconarius) while a legion of infantry was represented by a totemic animal.
In addition, the legions had symbolic cult symbols, most often a sign with the image of an eagle. This sign was usually a plaque with the marking of the legion and a metal hand on the top, attached to a metal pole, covered with circular emblems, with a laurel wreath.
The Aquila Roman Eagle holds a significant place in ancient Roman history, symbolizing the power and glory of the legions. Its origins can be traced back to the early years of the Roman Republic when military standards were simple in design and purpose.
The Standard of the Legion was the Eagle, carried as its symbol by the Aquilifer (Eagle bearer) who walked in front of the army. The Eagle was made of Gold or Silvergilt and positioned on top of a pole adorned with images of the Roman Emperor.
