THE COMING OF THE SAXONS: Adventus Saxonum

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Examines the pivotal fifth-century arrival of Saxon mercenaries and its impact on Britain's transition from Roman rule. Focuses on the events mentioned by the sources such as Gildas and Bede. Seeks to show that the former Roman Diocese limped on outside direct Roman rule for a generation, beset by constant raiding from Picts and Scots in the north and Saxons and other Germanic pirates in the south. Looks at Roman practices of hiring and settling mercenaries and Germanic groups across the empire. Contains 10 mono illustrations.