Campaign history of the Roman military

The campaign history of the Roman military covers Rome's land warfare from its early defense against neighboring peoples in Italy to the Western Roman Empire's struggles against Huns, Vandals and Germanic tribes. Roman forces expanded Rome across the Mediterranean, while also securing borders, imposing tribute and maintaining internal order. Campaigns were chiefly territorial expansion or civil war. Although Roman armies suffered major defeats, Rome often prevailed through sustained persistence.

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Scope

Covers Roman land battles from early Italy to the Western Empire's final struggles.

Main campaign types

Territorial expansion and civil war.

Geographic reach

At its height, Rome held provinces including Britannia and Asia Minor.