<Ul> <Li> A tunic </Li> <Li> The baldric , a belt worn over one shoulder that is typically used to carry a weapon ( usually a sword ) or other implement such as a bugle or drum </Li> <Li> The balteus , the standard belt worn by the Roman legionary . It was probably used to tuck clothing into or to hold weapons . </Li> <Li> Braccae ( trousers ) , popular among Roman legionaries stationed in cooler climates to the north of southern Italy </Li> <Li> Caligae , heavy - soled military shoes or sandals which were worn by Roman legionary soldiers and auxiliaries throughout the history of the Roman Republic and Empire . </Li> <Li> The focale , a scarf worn by the Roman legionary to protect the neck from chafing caused by constant contact with the soldier 's armor </Li> <Li> The loculus , a satchel , carried by legionaries as a part of their sarcina ( marching pack ) </Li> <Li> The paludamentum , a cloak or cape fastened at one shoulder , worn by military commanders and ( less often ) by their troops </Li> </Ul>
what was the belt used for in the roman army
to tuck clothing into or to hold weapons