Officers in the ancient Roman army who commanded about 100 soldiers, serving as the backbone of Rome's military structure.
From Latin 'centurio,' combining 'centum' (hundred) and '-io' (one who); the name comes directly from commanding a century (unit of 100 men).
Centurions were like the sergeants of ancient Rome—tough, experienced soldiers promoted from the ranks, and the most famous one in history is the one who guarded Jesus at the crucifixion!
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