The Campaign Of Aulus Plautius In Britain, A. D. 43 (1866) - Edwin Guest - Bog

The Campaign of Aulus Plautius in Britain, A.D. 43 is a historical book written by Edwin Guest and published in 1866. The book provides a detailed account of the Roman invasion of Britain under the leadership of Aulus Plautius in 43 AD. It covers the background of the invasion, the preparations made by the Romans, and the military strategies employed during the campaign.The book also delves into the political and social conditions of Britain at the time of the invasion, including the various tribes and their alliances. It highlights the challenges faced by the Roman army, including the difficult terrain and the resistance put up by the native Britons.Guest draws from a variety of sources, including primary sources such as Tacitus' Annals and secondary sources like modern historians, to provide a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the campaign. The book is written in a scholarly style, with detailed footnotes and references to support the author's arguments.Overall, The Campaign of Aulus Plautius in Britain, A.D. 43 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history and the conquest of Britain. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the military and political strategies of the Romans and the challenges they faced during their conquest of Britain.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.