Roman Legions tent – 3m x 3m – Cotton

Roman Legions tent called in military jargon “Papilio” literally means “butterfly” – probably because its shape when unfolded resembled the wings of a butterfly. Most sources indicate that the tents of roman legions were made of goatskins. This is reported by archaeological findings and iconography. According to reports, a standard Roman tent of this type housed 8 to 10 people, 2 of whom were on watch, so 6 to 8 people slept at any given time. Sources also say that one mule was intended for transporting such a tent. At least in the roman legions after the reforms of Gaius Marius.

Interestingly, in the German army of the Second World War Grosse Stabszelt is amazingly similar to the Roman Papilio.

Description:

As a standard, roman legions tent is sewn from cotton canvas 320 gr/m2 heavy or impregnated cotton canvas 360gr/m2 heavy. Good quality linen fabric will not soak through even during prolonged rain. Plain cotton is good only for warm regions. We recommend using fabric that is impregnated agains water and fungus. Our offer also includes a tent made of leather. The Roman tent can be adapted to individual preferences. We can also paint the roman legions tent with motifs.

Dimensions:

The Roman Legions tent is 3 m wide, 3 m long and 2.2 m high. The main piles are made of strong wood like ash, beech or the like. Long split piles for easier transport, the longest element is 1.2 m long.

The price includes:

• tent canvas – in one piece
• wooden poles,
• transport bag
• set of wooden pegs

Available options:

• Hand forged steel pegs

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