So, was there ever a female gladiator in Rome? And on the subject of gladiators, how exactly were they chosen?

by CoachSDot

I'm just curious. For the latter question I mean what was the process or criteria that a man (or woman) was chosen to participate as a fighter or victim of the Roman Coliseum.

Searocksandtrees

Hi, this old answer from /u/Daeres can get you started