Gaius Caligula reigned for four short years from 37 to 41 CE before his infamous tenure came to a violent end. While much has been written about Caligula s notorious excesses and court life, relatively little of his military and foreign policy has been seriously studied. This is a military history of Rome during Caligula s reign. Caligula had been raised in a military camp (his nickname, Caligula, means Little Boot . His years as emperor came in the wake of the great consolidation of Tiberius gains in Germany and ...
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Gaius Caligula reigned for four short years from 37 to 41 CE before his infamous tenure came to a violent end. While much has been written about Caligula s notorious excesses and court life, relatively little of his military and foreign policy has been seriously studied. This is a military history of Rome during Caligula s reign. Caligula had been raised in a military camp (his nickname, Caligula, means Little Boot . His years as emperor came in the wake of the great consolidation of Tiberius gains in Germany and Pannonia, and in large part made possible the invasions of Gaul and Britain that were undertaken by his uncle and successor, Claudius. His expeditions in Gaul were part of a programme of imitation of his storied predecessor, and crowning completion of what had been left undone in the relatively conservative military policy years of Augustus and Tiberius. Caligula: An Unexpected General offers a new appraisal of Caligula as a surprisingly competent military strategist, arguing that his achievements helped to secure Roman military power in Europe for a generation.
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Fine in fine dust jacket. 262 p. Audience: General/trade. First edition UK hardback, 2018 Pen & Sword Military. The book is in fine condition, the dustjacket is in fine condition and is not price clipped. Illustrated.
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New in New dust jacket. 1526711206. With coloured plates. Light shelfwear.; "Caligula: An Unexpected General" by Lee Frantantuono offers a nuanced portrayal of the notorious Roman Emperor Caligula, shedding light on his military endeavors and strategic acumen often overshadowed by his infamous reputation. Frantantuono meticulously examines Caligula's campaigns, particularly his efforts to consolidate Roman power in Germany and Britain. Contrary to the traditional view of Caligula as a mad tyrant, the book presents him as a shrewd leader who sought to expand the Roman Empire's frontiers and strengthen its military presence. Frantantuono delves into historical sources and recent archaeological findings to challenge prevailing narratives, arguing that Caligula's military strategies were innovative and impactful. He highlights the emperor's ambition to follow in the footsteps of his predecessors and his ability to inspire loyalty among his troops. The book also explores the political and logistical challenges Caligula faced, painting a comprehensive picture of his leadership. By focusing on this often overlooked aspect of Caligula's reign, Frantantuono provides a balanced and insightful analysis that redefines our understanding of this complex historical figure.; Octavo; xiv, 262 pages.
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