Literally, handfull, this was originally the term used for the unit consisting of two centuriae. There were three manipuli within a cohort each consisting of two centuries. Also was used for a Byzantine army squad. A pision with a legion. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/visitor-contributions.php
Literally, handfull, this was originally the term used for the unit consisting of two centuriae. There were three manipuli within a cohort each consisting of two centuries. Also was used for a Byzantine army squad. A pision with a legion.