"The Defeat of Varus and the German Frontier Policy of Augustus" by W. A. Oldfather presents a fresh look at the Roman Empire's devastating loss at the Battle of Teutoburg Forest in 9 A.D. It challenges common beliefs about why this happened and what it meant for Roman plans concerning the Germanic tribes. The author explains why they felt the need to re-examine the past stories, pointing out the problems and prejudices found in old writings. The author really wants to show that Augustus's goals for taking over Germanic lands were more complicated than people think, promising readers a deep study of the complex relationship between Rome and the Germanic people, and the lasting effects of Varus's failure.
The Defeat of Varus and the German Frontier Policy of Augustus
By W. A. (William Abbott) Oldfather
A historical re-examination seeks the truth behind a crushing military defeat and questions the true ambitions of an emperor.
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About the AuthorWilliam Abbott Oldfather was an American classical scholar. He was influential for building strong academic traditions in classical studies at the University of Illinois and for his studies of ancient Locris in Greece.
William Abbott Oldfather was an American classical scholar. He was influential for building strong academic traditions in classical studies at the University of Illinois and for his studies of ancient Locris in Greece.
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