Explains how the discipline, courage, and preparation of the Roman soldier combined with the strategies and tactics of his commander and the organization of the military establishment resulted in the conquest of many lands for the Roman Empire.

Describes daily life of the people that inhabited Ancient Rome describing the transportation, agriculture, housing, communication, religion, innovation and technology, and social organization of the period.

Hannibal's battle plan at Cannae became the mother of all great battle strategies-the first battle of encirclement that has been imitated (often to disastrous effect) endlessly over the past two thousand years. In this brilliant, long-overdue, and beautifully written account, Robert L. O'Connell gives listeners an epic account of one of the most dramatic battles of antiquity. The Ghosts of Cannae is at once a book about a specific battle (the massive...

"...as a young man living in the Roman Empire, you've heard many stories about far-away lands and people. It sounds exciting but you're about to discover how tough life really is for a Roman soldier!"--Back cover.

Have you got what it takes to be a Roman soldier? Find out what is involved in fighting battles for one of the greatest empires of all time! This book will teach you what to do if you lose your sword in battle, how to attack a fort, and how to choose a position for your camp.

A description of the Roman army.