Corona Graminea

[dean]

Hello,Was reading the appendix of a Colleen McCullough book today and found that it was there she explained some latin terms used throughout her novel- the grass crown.In fact I was quite impressed with this particular Roman award, amongst others,- given to any soldier who saved a legion or under very rare circumstances a whole army.I know that Alexander, according to Plutarch, was the very spirit of generosity and therefore I was wondering if this idea of giving a crown to a soldier for great valour was one of his.The only example straight off the top of my head that springs to mind is the case of Pekuestas who saved Alexander himself in the Malian town using Achilleus' shield no less, and subsequently was made a companion.Anyway take care and thanks to anyone who can shine any light on this for me,Best wishes,
Dean.P.S. can I just say also that I think the showcase, which I was reading through yesterday, is brilliant and my "kudos" to you all who appear there.

[Tre]

The Macedonians were generous when it came to good soldiering - Alexander's better soldiers were paid more. The palm of bravery was an award they gave to the bravest, which Alexander declined once. He did give a gold crown to Hephaistion after Gedrosia (where he probably had the lousy job of logistics) and I believe Diodorus has Philip handing out awards of some sort after Chaeronea, but I don't have my books in the office, so fellow companions, correct me if I am wrong.