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How did the Roman Empire become the greatest in the world?
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Roman soldiers
, like legionaries or centurions, were exceptionally well-trained for battle.
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Pro claim 1
Legionaries were Rome's top soldiers: only the fittest men were selected. They could walk 40km a day carrying up to 45 kg of equipment.
Con claim 1
Not all Roman soldiers were well-trained. The 'Velites' were inexperienced soldiers who were put on the front lines to face the enemy first.