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SPA023B - Hoplite Thrusting Sword - Black Horses Shield | Thomas Gunn
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SPA023B - Hoplite Thrusting Sword - Black Horses Shield
The hoplite was the foundation of many ancient Greek armies, representing the citizen-soldier who defended his city-state through discipline, courage, and teamwork. Armed with spear, sword, armour, and shield, hoplites fought in formations where every warrior depended upon those around him.
This figure depicts a Greek hoplite thrusting with a sword while carrying a Black Horses Shield. The horse was a powerful symbol throughout ancient Greece, associated with strength, prestige, speed, and nobility.
The sword thrusting pose captures the close fighting that occurred when opposing formations met and battles became chaotic. While the spear was the primary weapon of the phalanx, the sword provided an essential secondary weapon when combat moved into tighter spaces.
The detailed shield design and active pose create a figure full of character, making it ideal for ancient Greek battle scenes, military collections, or displays featuring classical warriors.
The Military Workshop offers collectors a diverse range of historically inspired miniatures, allowing enthusiasts to recreate the weapons, warriors, and cultures that shaped the history of warfare.
Brand: Thomas Gunn
