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Roman-Era Barbarians Used Stimulants in Battle, Study Finds

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail

Archaeologists have discovered that barbarian warriors during Roman times may have used herbal stimulants to enhance their performance in battle. Small spoon-shaped objects found in graves across Scandinavia, Germany, and Poland suggest these were used to dose narcotics like opium, belladonna, and ergot fungus. These substances could have provided the necessary stimulation and stress relief for warriors, indicating a sophisticated narcotic economy existed to supply troops. The study highlights the historical use of drugs in military contexts, similar to more recent examples.

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Study Reveals Barbarian Warriors Used Stimulants in Roman Battles

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Phys.org

A study by archaeologist Prof. Andrzej Kokowski and colleagues suggests that Germanic warriors during the Roman period used stimulants in battle, as evidenced by small, spoon-shaped objects found at archaeological sites in northern Europe. These objects, likely used to measure doses of substances like poppy, hemp, and various fungi, indicate that stimulants were used to enhance performance and reduce stress in warfare. The research highlights the potential widespread use of such substances for military, medicinal, and ritual purposes among Germanic tribes.

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