1. Desert Legions.
- Author
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McLaughlin, Raoul
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COMMAND of troops , *HISTORY ,ROMAN army - Abstract
The article discusses ancient military conflict in the deserts of the Nile River region known as Nubia, particularly in Meroe. It examines the military exploits of the Kushites, the conquering of Nubia by Egyptian pharaohs, and the military forces of the Roman Empire in Africa. The article discusses the reign of Roman leader Gaius Cornelius Gallus, the actions of Roman courtier Petronius against the Meroitic army, and the significance of the Nile River to the Roman Empire. It also discusses attempts to utilize the region by Roman emperor Nero.
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- 2014