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The Complete Roman Legions

By Nigel Pollard and Joanne Berry
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The Complete Roman Legions, by Nigel Pollard and Joanne Berry, explores the history, organisation, and campaigns of the Roman legions, which played a critical role in the expansion and defence of the Roman Empire. It delves into the legions' development over centuries, examining their structure, equipment, and impact on history. Filled with detailed illustrations and maps, it's an insightful resource for anyone interested in military history and the legacy of Rome's mightiest armies.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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If you have a passion for Roman history and military strategies, this book may captivate you with its detailed exploration of the legions that powered Rome's expansive empire. It's an engaging read for those intrigued by ancient warfare, offering insights into the organisation, campaigns, and daily lives of Roman soldiers.

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The Complete Roman Legions

Focusing on the legions as the core of the Roman army, and chronicling their individual histories in detail, this volume builds on the thematic account of the Roman military force given by its companion The Complete Roman Army. It is suitable for anyone who has enjoyed that book.

The first book to cover all 45 imperial legions, chronicling their individual histories in compelling detail

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The legions of Rome were among the greatest fighting forces in history. For almost half a millennium, they secured the known world under the power of the Caesars. This pioneering account gathers together the stories of each and every imperial legion, telling the tales of their triumphs and defeats as they policed the empire and enlarged its borders.

Focusing on the legions as the core of the Roman army, and chronicling their individual histories in detail, the book builds on the thematic account of the Roman military force given by its companion, The Complete Roman Army, and is vital reading.

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The Complete Roman Legions by Nigel Pollard and Joanne Berry is praised for its engaging design and extensive illustrations, effectively presenting the prowess of ancient Rome's military prowess. Renowned for its clarity and precision, the book is lauded as a valuable resource by readers such as Minerva. It is also commended by the Contemporary Review for providing a clear and illustrated introduction to the might and influence of Rome.

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ISBN: 9780500291832

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 8 Illustrations, black and white; 204 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 255.0mm

Weight: 860g

Pages: 240

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Ancient & Classical History Education & Reference European History History & Military Joanne Berry Nigel Pollard Non-Fiction

About the Author

Dr Nigel Pollard is a Roman historian and archaeologist. He is a lecturer in Ancient History in the School of Arts and Humanities at Swansea University. Much of his research focuses on the eastern part of the Roman Empire (Syria and Egypt) and Italy.

Joanne Berry is a Roman historian and archaeologist, and a lecturer in Ancient History in the School of Arts and Humanities at Swansea University. Much of her research to date has focused on the ancient site of Pompeii. In 2008 she founded Blogging Pompeii, a news and discussion site for Pompeii and the archaeological sites of the Bay of Naples.

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