The Romans The Romans The Roman Empire The Roman Republic The Imperial Age The Roman Army A Roman Fort Towns Building Technology Roads and Travel Farming and the Countryside Trade and Ships The Town House Family Life Food and Drink The Public Baths Entertainment Religion The Late Roman Empire The End of the Roman Empire	Weapons The barbarians' favourite weapon was the sword. Particularly fine swords even had their own names. Swords were too expensive for most barbarians to afford. Most fought with a spear, a dagger, and a wooden shield.   Previous: Back Book: The Romans Section: The Romans Chapter: The End of the Roman Empire