Dan Snow's History Hit The Rise of Roman Britain
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Aug 11, 2024 Explore Julius Caesar's dramatic invasion of Britain, where he faced fierce Celtic warriors on the shores. Discover how Britain's image transformed from a mystery to a culturally rich region through early trade interactions. Delve into the complexities of Romanization, as towns and roads were built, blending local Iron Age customs with Roman influence. The podcast also highlights Boudica's Revolt, a significant moment of resistance, alongside the rise of Christianity and shifting power dynamics in Roman Britain.
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Roman Familiarity Grew Before Conquest
- By Claudius's invasion Britain had become familiar to Romans through trade and elites adopting Roman goods.
- This made later conquest easier than Caesar's earlier, more exploratory raids.
Caesar's Beachhead Clash
- Julius Caesar's 55 BC landing met British warriors charging into the surf, a cinematic beach battle.
- That dramatic encounter was brief and not repeated at scale for another century.
Conquest Often Began With Nominal Control
- Caesar claimed nominal control and left quickly once he achieved propaganda and plunder goals.
- Lasting Romanization unfolded gradually over generations afterwards.