The 390 BC sack of Rome by the Gauls is cited as the definitive moment that "put steel into the Roman soul," making the Republic resolve never to tolerate defeat again.
Covers the rise of the Mediterranean superpower and legendary foes like Hannibal Barca.
The book highlights the "warlike reputations" of those who nearly broke Rome: Rome and Her Enemies - The Cutters Guide Rome and Her Enemies: An Empire Created and Des...
Rather than just a Roman history, the book compares Roman military structures directly with those of their enemies, providing a balanced look at barbarian tactics and social organization.
The text spans over a thousand years, tracking Rome from a small Italian city-state to a global hegemon and its eventual collapse. It is organized into four chronological sections: The 390 BC sack of Rome by the
The "City of the Wolf" myth was used by enemies to portray Romans as a "killer breed," but the Romans embraced this ferocity as a manifest destiny of conquest. Key Enemies Profiled
Focuses on the subduing of Italy and early threats like the Etruscans and Gauls. The text spans over a thousand years, tracking
Examines the professional legions at their peak facing the British, Germans, and Parthians.