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Duncan B Campbell Roman Legionary Fortresses 27 BC–AD 378 (Paperback) Fortress. Title: Roman Legionary Fortresses 27 BC–AD 378. It also deals extensively with the experience of life within a typical fortress and covers the operational history of these fortifications throughout the whole of the imperial period. Further DetailsTitle: Roman Legionary Fortresses 27 BC–AD 378 Condition: New Author: Duncan B Campbell Publisher: Osprey Publishing Illustrator: Brian Delf Contributor: Brian Delf (Illustrated by) Format: Paperback ISBN-10: 1841768952 EAN: 9781841768953 ISBN: 9781841768953 Release Date: 04/12/2006 Description: From the reign of Augustus (27 BC–AD 14) onwards the Roman Army became a standing force with permanent fortresses distributed throughout the empire. These fortresses developed from the temporary fortifications of the legions on campaign into temporary wooden structures, before finally becoming more elaborate stone fortifications designed to stand the test of time.This book describes the development, design and construction of these fortresses throughout the length and breadth of the Empire. It also deals extensively with the experience of life within a typical fortress and covers the operational history of these fortifications throughout the whole of the imperial period. Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: GB Item Height: 248mm Item Length: 184mm Item Width: 7mm Item Weight: 242g Genre: History Topic: Ancient History, Law & Politics Series: Fortress Release Year: 2006 Missing Information?Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.