Historian Explains the Roman Conquest of Britain | Dan Snow's History Hit
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Rome’s hunger for conquest reshaped the ancient world. Driven by the pursuit of glory, the Roman Empire expanded across continents, bringing vast territories under its control.
In this episode, historian Dan Snow explains why Rome set its sights on a mysterious island at the edge of its empire - Britain. From the first daring expeditions of Julius Caesar to the day it all came crashing down, Dan uses his Big Pad to map this new era of battles, rebellions, and emperors that shaped nearly four centuries of Roman rule.
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