Centurion

usgb/senˈtʃʊriən/
noun

In ancient Rome, a person who was a leader of 100 soldiers.

In the Roman army, the centurion held an important level of authority.
Visual representation of "centurion" - In ancient Rome, a person who was a leader of 100 soldiers.

Often appears as...

  • roman centurion
  • centurion officer

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Historic

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Historical Rank

The centurion was a respected rank similar to a modern military captain, showing leadership.

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Julius was proud to become a centurion and lead his own cohort.
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Not Common Soldiers

Centurions were not ordinary soldiers; they commanded groups of about 100 men.

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The centurions met separately to discuss battle strategies.
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Cultural Symbol

Centurions are often depicted in films and books as symbols of Roman military order.

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In the movie, the stern centurion led his men with unquestioned authority.
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