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Reenactment Roman army

Online community of students and enthusiasts of the ancient Roman Army. We aim to provide an encyclopedia about the Roman military, a translation of Ritterling's classic article 'Legio', a travelogue section and a database of images of Roman military tombstones with the picture of the soldier on it....

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The Geography of Roman Gaul

Roman Gaul, a region located in what is now modern-day France, was a vital part of the Roman Empire. Geographically, Gaul was a diverse territory encompassing a variety of landscapes, from the rugged mountains of the Alps to the rolling hills of the Massif Central and the fertile plains of the Loire Valley. The Rhine and Danube rivers served as na...

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Rome: Julius Caesar

Julius Caesar was a prominent figure in ancient Rome, known for his military prowess, political achievements, and controversial end. Born in 100 BC into a patrician family, Caesar rose to power through his military successes and political maneuvering. One of Caesar's most notable achievements was his role in the First Triumvirate, a political alli...

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The reign of Tiberius

TIBERIUS, AN UNPOPULAR BUT ABLE RULER. The reign of Tiberius (b. 42 B.C., d. A.D. 37, emperor A.D. 14-37) is a particularly important one for the Principate, since it was the first occasion when the powers designed for Augustus alone were exercised by somebody else. [[1]] In contrast to the approachable and tactful Augustus, Tiberius emerges from t...

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Augustus Caesar on Roman Emperors

27 years before Jesus Christ was born, the Senate of Rome bestowed upon Octavian the title Augustus. Augustus became the first "Emperor", which comes from the military title imperator. In actuality he became no more than first senator, but he skillfully combined within himself all the powers of consul, tribune, and other offices, and he really had ...

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Why Rome Fell

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Timeline of the Roman Empire

A comprehensive timeline of the Roman Empire....

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Biography of Hannibal of Carthage

In 218 B.C., Hannibal of Carthage, 28, set off from Spain with 90,000 infantry, 12,000 cavalry (estimates run as high as 40,000) and "a number of elephants"--the usual guess is 40. His goal was to besiege Rome by crossing the French Alps and entering Italy from the north through the Po River Valley....

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The Later Roman Empire: First Barbarian Invasions

The Later Roman Empire, particularly during the 4th and 5th centuries, faced a series of significant challenges from various barbarian invasions that ultimately contributed to the empire's decline. These invasions marked a crucial turning point in the history of the Roman Empire and had far-reaching consequences. One of the most notable barbarian ...

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Rome: Republic to Empire

Rome, one of the most iconic civilizations in history, transitioned from a republic to an empire, marking a significant shift in its political structure and influence. This transformation was a complex process that unfolded over centuries, shaping the course of Western civilization. The Roman Republic, established in 509 BC, was a system of govern...

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