Kit de Coldwood
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| Resides: Coldwood |
| Status: Active |
| Awards: Order of Precedence |
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Introduction
Aciterix Caldius Julius Cittinius, more commonly known as "Kit" has been a member of the Society since May 2011. She currently resides in Coldwood with her husband and son.
Photo on left by Nicole Pelletier, center by Brien MacShane, right by Vlad Iliescu.
Currently Kit portrays Aciterix Caldius Julius Cittinius, a legionnaire and Centurion/Evocati of the 12th Legion in ~50BC.
Originally from Gaul and a member of the Menapii tribe, Aciterix was introduced to the Romans through the trade that their family conducted although the tribe itself was openly hostile to Caesar and the Romans. Eventually in 54 BC, Rome caused the Menapii to resort to hit and run tactics. Aciterix's family continued to trade, however, which allowed them to learn basic Latin.
In 52 BC the battle of Alesia demonstrated the military superiority of the Romans. As a result of seeing the repercussions of that conflict, in 51BC a young Aciterix, facing less than stellar life prospects at home, made the decision to enlist and throw in with Rome for the promise of land and citizenship. They were assigned the Roman name Caldius Julius Cittinius and sent to the XII Legion, which would keep them in Gaul fighting their own for the first several years of their enlistment.
Later years would see the eventual Centurion sent south to participate in the civil wars with Pompey and the conflicts following Julius Caesars death as well as the continued efforts in Gaul to colonize.
The last years of their service were spent in Egypt, and pursuant of citizenship, this up-jumped hick became a lifelong member of Rome’s armies.
Ultimately, Kit hopes to develop three complete personae, all from the same area of Modern France. Kathrine du Pré of Coldwood is her Norman 1000’s incarnation, the 14th century impression has yet to be developed due to time, the expense of the armor, and the overwhelming glory that Rome has to offer.
Awards & Honors
- Award of Arms, Darius and EthelDreda 2015.
- Silver Tyger, Kenric, 2016.
- Queen's Cypher, Honig, 2017
- OTC, 2019.
- Silver Brooch, 2021.
- Maunche, 2021.
- Chivalry (Master at Arms), 2023
- Award of Durga 2024
- Sovereign's Order of Excellence 2024
- King's Cypher 2024
Offices & Positions
- Knight Marshall, Coldwood, 2015-2020
- Deputy Exchequer, Coldwood, current
- Captain of Queen's Guard for Honig, 2017
- Executive Officer, Unbelts 2018
- Unbelted Champions, 2016 - 2019, 2022 * Regional Commander, Unbelts, 2019.
- Executive Officer, Unbelts, 2020.
- Second in command, 3rd Division, Northern Army, 2014-2021
- 3rd Division Commander, Northern Army 2022-Present.
- Interim Northern Army Commander 2023.
- Pennsic Armored general 2024
- Warlord 2025
Event Staff
- Runs gate at Coldwood events
- Marshal in Charge for Danelaw at Coldwood, 2023
- Romans vs Celts at Coldwood 2024
Affiliations
- Apprentice to Anna Dokeianina Syrakousina
- Formerly Squired to Master Brien MacShane. Now just a general nuisance.
- Member of House Fir naLeon.
- My squires are Cathal Weaver and Donncheann Mac Siward
In Case of Court
- For A&S, please contact Anna Dokeianina Syrakousina
- For all other awards, please contact Master Tiernan Mac Alpin
- Kit prefers surprises. Never tell her anything in advance.
Projects & Interests
Album includes extensive photos with research references in some instances, far more in depth than can be included here.
Subarmalis
Back
Coptic
Coptic Detail
Replica
Extant example
Viking Coat
Osenberg Stitch
Womans Viking Cloak, silk lined
Coat detail
Roman Military Cloak
Leatherwork and button
Gallic Shirt 50BC
Tunica 79AD as cited on fresco
Pompeii fresco, third from the right. Clavi are cited as faded
- Interested in period poetry, military history, including supply and rations, military tactics. Has made Roman hard tack and is currently working on assembling a full Roman military pack.
- Generally disposed toward the application of percussive problem-solving methods.
