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Roman Special Forces

The Ancients

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Roman Special Forces: Operations and Intrigues

Exploring the specialized Roman units known as special forces, the chapter recounts historical events like the extraction of Queen Cartamandua by Roman forces to highlight the secretive and daring missions undertaken by these elite soldiers. From the Proctectores under Ammianus Marcellinus to late Roman exploratories operating independently, the chapter delves into the clandestine world of Roman special forces missions, intelligence gathering, and their mysterious interactions with organizations like the Arioni in Britain.

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