Legion

life in the Roman army

Richard Abdy

$90

Hardback

In stock
Ready to ship

QTY:

English

British Museum Press
30 April 2024

History; Ancient history: to c 500 CE; Military history; Military life & institutions

Follow the life of an ordinary Roman soldier--from enlistment to the battlefield--in this intimate look at everyday life in the Roman army.

By: Richard Abdy
Imprint: British Museum Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 260mm, Width: 190mm,
Weight: 1.480kg
ISBN: 9780714122939
ISBN 10: 0714122939
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 30 April 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Forewords Timeline and map Introduction 1. Enlisting 2. A soldier’s remains 3. Ranks and roles 4. Aristocracy and the army 5. Dressing for battle 6. Camp and campaign 7. Fort life 8. Soldiers in society Glossary Rulers of the Roman Empire Notes Bibliography Lenders Picture credits Acknowledgements Index

Richard Abdy is Curator of Roman Coins in the Department of Coins and Medals at the British Museum and Curator of the exhibition Legion: life in the Roman army, opening in February 2024.