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Divers Discovered a 2,200-Year-Old Helmet from the War That Changed the Course of Roman History

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: Underwater recovery off the Aegadian Islands in Sicily uncovered a Montefortino-style Roman war helmet. The helmet was likely part of the First Punic ...
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Why Weren't WW2 Combat Helmets Bulletproof?

War has been part and parcel of humanity since the proverbial beginning of time, and people have clad themselves in protective gear and armor for thousands of years. Helmets worn in combat are not a ...
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Divers Discovered a 2,200-Year-Old Helmet from the War That Changed the Course of Roman History

Underwater recovery off the Aegadian Islands in Sicily uncovered a Montefortino-style Roman war helmet. The helmet was likely part of the First Punic War from 241 B.C. Experts call the helmet one of ...