THE HISTORY OF ANCIENT ROME: An illustrated military and political history of the world's mightiest power from the rise of the Republic and the growth of the Empire to the fall of the West

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Offers a fascinating insight into the rise of Rome, which ruled almost the whole known world, from Britain in the west to North Africa and the Middle East. Examines the people, places, and events of Rome's military and political empire. Over 470 photographs, specially commissioned illustrations, family trees, maps, battle plans, and timecharts build up a panoramic picture of the political strength of the Roman Empire and its policy of ruthless conquest. Contains 500 color images.