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Adrian Goldsworthy answers listener questions on what life was like in the armies of ancient Rome \u2013 from revolting rations and brutal discipline, to promotion prospects and the chances of settling down <\/p>

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Published: Sunday, 18 February 2024 at 07:06 AM<\/p>

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What did the average Roman soldier eat and drink while on campaign? Were the legions seen as a oppressive force in the regions they conquered? And why was one Roman centurion nicknamed \u2018bring me another\u2019? Speaking with Emily Briffett, ancient historian Adrian Goldsworthy answers listener questions on life in the Roman army<\/a> \u2013 from training and punishment to whether legionaries really hated being sent to Britain.<\/p>\n\nhttps:\/\/media.immediate.co.uk\/volatile\/sites\/7\/2024\/02\/RomanarmyEV-225c270.mp3<\/a><\/audio> <\/body><\/html>\n

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