2016年1月20日 · There, he buried the bones of fallen Roman soldiers, before pursuing the Cherusci tribe, killing many in an act of vengeance. In 16 CE, he proved his strategic ability again when he came up against a German alliance at the Battle of the Weser River, many thousands of German troops being killed compared to minor Roman losses.

2017年8月29日 · Julia Mamaea would prove to be the last of the powerful women of the Severan dynasty. When her son Alexander Severus became emperor he was 14 years old. In need of a regent it was his mother who governed Rome. Julia Mamaea had the reputation of being a traditional Roman matron, but her effective leadership pushed her far beyond that role.

2015年2月12日 · The logistics of the army were managed by the efficient Roman communication and transport systems. Driven by a harsh training regime, each soldier was tested to the limits but they were handsomely rewarded upon retirement. Just like the Roman civilisation as a whole, the legionaries of the Roman war machine were remarkable and a true one-off.

2019年5月31日 · The Roman soldiers and the rest of the survivors barricaded themselves within the massive temple of Claudius, but the desperately outnumbered force was completely surrounded. Amid the black smoke filling the sky and reek of decaying flesh surrounding the edifice, the defenders held off the British horde for two long days.

2013年10月14日 · Roman Heavy Infantry. The strength of the Roman war machine was their highly trained and disciplined infantry. Capable of decimating armies three times their number, the Roman soldier fought in line using his shield and short cutting blade to steam-roller over less disciplined opponents for the glory of Rome. Samurai Warrior

2019年11月25日 · The history of the Roman Empire and its military prowess resounds through the ages. At its height the empire covered five million square kilometres and held sway over seventy million people. This highly illustrated manual gets to grips with what we know about the men of the legions and includes fascinating detail on their kit, equipment ...

2016年10月13日 · The Roman Senate usually proclaimed the condemnation of an emperor, although this was mainly triggered by the new emperor acclaimed to replace him or by an usurper, often supported by the army. Imperial officials, possibly guards, the urban police, and maybe soldiers outside Rome, may have been entitled to perform these actions.

Roman Soldier Versus Germanic Warrior Lindsay Powell (Osprey) *** “A short book that stretches back to the First Century AD and looks at some of the bloodiest wars and fighting styles in early history. Good if you’re an amateur in this field, but not if you’re looking for an extensively detailed discussion.” The Scapegoat Steve R Dunn ...

2015年3月13日 · Occupation: Poet, author, journalist, soldier, political leader. Gabriele D’Annunzio’s early life. Educated at the University of Rome, Gabriele D’Annunzio was one of the leading intelligentsia in late 19th century Italy.

2013年10月4日 · Tribal war horns from the misty forest rang out all around the Romans. In the narrow strait, the roman soldiers had no chance of forming a battle line. The whole line of the convoy, nearly six miles of it, was now under attack. It was an ambush – the Roman’s had marched right into it. Battle