Original sentence: And while many contest its utility on the field, there is no denying that it was an impressive harness, and a troop of officers armored in gleaming silver or gilded lorica plumata must have been a sight to behold in the field, inspiring terror in their adversaries, and confidence in their soldiers
Edited sentence: And while many contest its utility on the field, it might have been used by Roman leaders due to its impressive appearance and its possible impact on the morale of soldiers