It seems from what we know of Celtic religion that these peoples were indeed, as the Romans described them, somewhat preoccupied with war. Although the significanc… See more

Some Celtic warriors entered battle naked - a group which Roman writers called gaestae- and exactly why this is has perplexed scholars. It may be they wished to demonst… See more

Celtic shields were most often large, oval or rectangular, and made of wood and leather with buckles in metaland a central boss for added strength. The famous bronze Battersea … See more

Celtic cultures were adept at forging metals and so they produced strong and effective weapons. Youths began to train as warriors from age 14, attaching themselves to more experience… See more