Tirones

  • The Tirones in the Roman Legion were new legionaries who after six months or so, would become a Milites.
  • Tyro today still means a beginner or novice.

Other Grades

  • Immunes:
    • Artillerymen, Doctors, Engineers, Surveyors, Architects, Musicians, Weapons Instructors and other Specialists. Their Pay was slightly higher than Legionary Pay.
  • Discens:
    • Training in a profession to become an Immunes (up to several years). Basic Legionary Pay.
  • Milites:
    • Munifex or Miles Gregarius or Legionarius: The unspecialised Private Soldier. Basic Legionary Pay.

 

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