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Nero’s Torches

By Cornelius Tacitus

Sensing that the Great Fire of Rome in 64 (though entertaining) was damaging his public image, the Emperor Nero looked around for someone to blame.

Brought to their Knees

By Cornelius Tacitus

Agricola, tasked with subduing the people of Britain to Roman colonial government, persuaded them to wear servitude as a badge of refinement.

The Battle of Ynys Mon

Based on an account by Cornelius Tacitus

Suetonius Paulinus, Governor of Britain, hoped to enhance his reputation.

The Speech of King Caratacus

By Cornelius Tacitus

A proud British king, taken to Rome as a trophy of Empire, refused to plead for his life.

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