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Ancient Rome’s wars and military played a crucial role in building and maintaining the Roman Empire. In this category, you’ll find articles on the Roman army, legions, weaponry, military tactics, and the most important armed conflicts of the ancient world. We cover both major campaigns and battles, as well as the daily operations of the army, soldier training, and logistics. The articles explore the military dimension of Roman history, drawing on historical sources.
The Caesar-Pompey War erupted in 49 BCE, a Roman Republic in serious political crisis. The conflict lasted until 45 BCE and was an event permanently etched in the annals of history. The two brilliant generals, who, with the support of their loyal legions, had achieved great victories beyond the borders of the Republic, decided to oppose each other in a decisive battle for control of the Eternal City.
The reign of Emperor Commodus (ruling from 17 March 180 to 31 December 192 CE), son of Marcus Aurelius, began just as the brutal Marcomannic Wars (bellum Germanicum et Sarmaticum) were finally winding down. At its height, according to Marcus Aurelius’s own letters, this conflict involved thirteen legions and dozens of auxiliary cohorts.
The Isle of Anglesey (Ynys Môn), known to the Romans as Mona, is located on the northwestern edge of Wales. Separated from the mainland by the Menai Strait, it covers an area of 678.9 km², making it the largest island in the region.
