Well-structured mobile fighting forces, along with widespread social reform, ensured Rome's domination as a center of political and military might. This clip explores the post-Second Punic War period, changes instigated by Gaius Marius, Julius Caesar's influence, and how the military continued to change under the first Emperor Augustus and his successor, Tiberius. It is an ideal learning resource for upper-secondary-level students of ancient history.
Well-structured mobile fighting forces, along with widespread social reform, ensured Rome's domination as a center of political and military might. This clip explores the post-Second Punic War period, changes instigated by Gaius Marius, Julius Caesar's influence, and how the military continued to change under the first Emperor Augustus and his successor, Tiberius. It is an ideal learning resource for upper-secondary-level students of ancient history.
General Note
Originally released by Video Education America (VEA), 2018.
Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on December 07, 2018.
Content Note
Ancient Roman Military across Time: Overview (0:51); --Roman Military after the Second Punic War (3:48); -- Marius' Military Reforms (3:20); -- Impacts of Marius' Military Reforms (1:36); -- The Military Under Julius Caesar (1:36); -- The Military Under the Julio-Claudian Dynasty (4:15); -- Credits: Ancient Roman Military across Time (0:07); .