The Legions' Role in Imperial Power Struggles (eBook, ePUB)
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In the grand saga of the Roman Empire, legions were more than soldiers-they were kingmakers whose loyalty could crown emperors or topple thrones. The Legions' Role in Imperial Power Struggles unveils the untold story of how Rome's mighty armies shaped the course of history not only on the battlefield but in the imperial palace itself.From the rise of Augustus to the chaotic Crisis of the Third Century, and through Constantine's transformative reign, this riveting exploration reveals how provincial commanders leveraged military allegiance to claim power, how legion loyalty ignited civil wars, a...
In the grand saga of the Roman Empire, legions were more than soldiers-they were kingmakers whose loyalty could crown emperors or topple thrones. The Legions' Role in Imperial Power Struggles unveils the untold story of how Rome's mighty armies shaped the course of history not only on the battlefield but in the imperial palace itself.
From the rise of Augustus to the chaotic Crisis of the Third Century, and through Constantine's transformative reign, this riveting exploration reveals how provincial commanders leveraged military allegiance to claim power, how legion loyalty ignited civil wars, and how emperors both relied on and feared their soldiers' sway. Drawing on rich historical sources and vivid narratives, the book exposes the personal bonds, brutal betrayals, and political intrigues that made the legions pivotal actors in Rome's greatest dramas.
Perfect for lovers of ancient history, political intrigue, and military strategy, this book sheds fresh light on the complex relationship between power and force. It uncovers the legions' decisive role in the empire's glory and downfall-and the enduring legacy of military loyalty in shaping the world's first superpower.
From the rise of Augustus to the chaotic Crisis of the Third Century, and through Constantine's transformative reign, this riveting exploration reveals how provincial commanders leveraged military allegiance to claim power, how legion loyalty ignited civil wars, and how emperors both relied on and feared their soldiers' sway. Drawing on rich historical sources and vivid narratives, the book exposes the personal bonds, brutal betrayals, and political intrigues that made the legions pivotal actors in Rome's greatest dramas.
Perfect for lovers of ancient history, political intrigue, and military strategy, this book sheds fresh light on the complex relationship between power and force. It uncovers the legions' decisive role in the empire's glory and downfall-and the enduring legacy of military loyalty in shaping the world's first superpower.
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