The Army That Retook Rome | Adrian Goldsworthy: A History of The Roman Army (5/5)

In this engaging exploration, Adrian Goldsworthy delves into the evolution, structure, and tactics of Rome as civil war became increasing endemic from the third century onwards. By the time of Justinian how did the Byzantines/Eastern Roman Empire attempt to retake the West? A leading ancient historian with a DPhil from Oxford University, Goldsworthy specializes in Roman military affairs. His seminal book The Complete Roman Army (2003) provides a richly illustrated overview praised as the best one-volume treatment of the subject. Other key works include The Roman Army at War: 100 BC–AD 200 (1996), a groundbreaking analysis of legionary operations; Roman Warfare (2000), a concise history of Rome's martial rise and fall; In the Name of Rome: The Men Who Won the Empire (2003), profiling legendary generals; and The Punic Wars (2000), a gripping narrative of Rome's clashes with Carthage. He has taught at Cardiff University and King's College London, lectures widely on ancient history, and contributes to archaeological digs. — Follow the Pharos Foundation — Website: https://pharos.foundation/ Twitter: https://x.com/Pharosofficial Instagram: pharos_foundation TikTok:   / the_pharos_foundation   #history #podcast #rome #justinian