Lorica

Евсеенков А.С.

Lorica (Latin: lorica) - a general name for armor that protected the torso. In a broader sense - any means of protection. For example, a wall, fortifications, or a fence could be called a lorica. Loricas were actively used in the Roman army, not only by ordinary legionnaires, but also by officers - centurions, legates, etc. Depending on the period of Roman history and the rank of the officer, the subtype of armor could change significantly. The following types of lorica are known:

• Lorica hamata - chainmail armor, sometimes with additional protection in the form of shoulder pads.

• Lorica segmentata - armor made of large (lamellar) elongated plates going across the body.

• Lorica musculata - anatomical metal armor, similar to a cuirass.

• Lorica squamata - armor made of plates in the form of fish scales, sewn over a fabric base.

• Lorica plumata - scale armor with plates in the form of bird feathers, sewn over chainmail.

• Lorica lintea -linen armor.

Literature

Lorica lintea, Lorica musculata, Lorica plumata, Lorica segmentata, Lorica squamata, Lorica hamata, Legionnaire, Centurion, Legate