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An accessible animated introduction to the soldiers who served in Rome’s legions.
What this video covers
Simple History introduces Roman legionaries and their place in the growth of Roman military power. The video offers a broad starting point for viewers who want to understand the term “legion” before exploring individual units and sites in Scotland. Its scope extends beyond Roman Britain, so equipment and organisation should be considered in their historical context. Use the related army guide to connect this general overview with Scotland’s legionaries, auxiliary soldiers and archaeological evidence.
About the video
Publisher/channel: Simple History
Uploaded: 30 April 2021
Captions: Automatic captions available on YouTube; names and specialist terms may contain errors.
Overview based on the publisher’s description; this is not a transcript.
