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It seems like there are only so many ways to describe a person's career in the military. We can say "military glory", "military prestige", "military reputation", but are there ways of describing this without using the word "military" over and over again?
I'm currently writing about the Roman world, where the military plays a huge role in a person's status. What are some other ways to refer to this idea of "military glory"?
Thanks!
When discussing military achievement words such as valor or gallantry would also work. Use words that help to reflect individual accomplishments such as bravery, ingenuity, tactical prowess, etc.
In many cases, once you have established that the individual you are referring is in the military, merely using prestige, glory or reputation without the word military would not confuse the reader.
Example, 'Legatus Cassius had proven his valor on the field countless times against the barbarian hordes.' 'The Legion had never tasted defeat under the command of Florus.' Neither example requires the word military to imply service.
More to the exact request, 'Augustus showed great promise. However, he was not proven in battle.'
