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What did Greek soldiers wear? The hoplite used his spear to attack his enemy until he was wounded, or turned and ran. A Greek foot soldier was called a hoplite. His uniform was a linen shirt with metal armour plates on the shoulders. A bronze breastplate covered his chest and stomach, and greaves (shin guards) covered his legs. On his head he wore a bronze helmet with a tall crest. He carried a shield, an iron-tipped spear, and a short sword for use in close combat.   Previous: Back Book: 1001 Section: History Chapter: Ancient Greece