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Sejanus: Almost the Roman Emperor

Sejanus: Almost the Roman Emperor

In the early years of the Roman Empire, political power often shifted rapidly and was sometimes secured through unconventional means. One man, Lucius Aelius Sejanus, stands out as someone who …

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How Rome Conquered the Ancient Celts

How Rome Conquered the Ancient Celts

In the centuries before Rome’s rise to power, the Celtic peoples controlled much of continental Europe. They were fierce warriors and had even sacked Rome, marking one of the darkest …

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Did the Foederati End the Roman Empire?

Did the Foederati End the Roman Empire?

The decline of the Roman Empire has long attracted historians, with Edward Gibbon considering it a straightforward process driven by external pressures. One key aspect he and others point out …

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The Wars of Marcus Aurelius

The Wars of Marcus Aurelius

During the reign of Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Empire faced challenges on many fronts. The emperor led his armies across the Danube to battle fierce tribes, dealing with both war …

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Military Reforms of Augustus

Military Reforms of Augustus

During the shift from the Roman Republic to the Empire, the Roman military went through many important changes. After the civil wars and the rise of Augustus, the Roman army …

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Roman Legion Against Macedonian Phalanx

Roman Legion Against Macedonian Phalanx

After their victory over Carthage, the Romans shifted their focus to the powerful kingdoms that grew from Alexander the Great’s empire. These new challenges saw Roman legions face off against …

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