Decanus

• The Decanus was a non-commissioned officer in the Roman Army.
• He commanded a Contubernium of 8 Legionaries, the smallest unit in the Roman Legion.

Description

• The Decanus was a Principale, a Non-commissioned Officer.
• Every Legion had 590.
• There were 10 in each Century.
• He commanded a Contubernium of 8 men.
• British Army equivalent: Corporal.