Table of Contents

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

About the Author

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.