The Roman Army, 31 BC - AD 337: A Sourcebook / Edition 1

by Brian Campbell

Overview

The Roman army was an integral part of the society and life of the Empire and exemplifies many aspects of Roman government. This sourcebook presents material which illustrates the life of the army in the field and in the community.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138171015
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/29/2015
Series:	Routledge Sourcebooks for the Ancient World
Pages:	292
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Brian Campbell

Table of Contents

Preface Acknowledgements Abbreviations List of Plates Maps Introduction: i)The Sources ii) The Army of the Republic 1. The Soldiers Recruitment Training Conditions of service Careers: i) legionaries ii) auxiliaries iii) urban soldiers 2. The Officers Centurions Prefects and tribunes Senior Officers 3. The Emperor as Commander-In-Chief The emperor with his troops The emperor as general Imperial military honours 4. The army in the field The disposition of the army Fighting Medical Service Incentives and punishments 5. The Army in peacetime Military life in and around the camp Soldiers as builders and engineers Religion Collegia 6. The Army, The Local Community, and the Law Soldiers in local life Soldiers, marriage, and family life Soldiers before the law Soldiers and Civilians 7. The Army in Politics 8. Veterans Discharge and benefits Colonies Role in local life 9. The Army in the Later Empire Select Bibliography Index of Translated Passages Index of Names and Subjects