A modern complete history of the Roman Praetorian Guard from its establishment under Emperor Augustus in 27 BC to its disbandment under Constantine the Great in 312. In addition to the history of this hand-picked elite force, it covers such topics as the armament, equipment and insignia of the Praetorians, their numbers, recruitment and command structure, the period of service, and the daily routine of service for Praetorian soldiers and Praetorian officers.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Bingham, S.
Title
The Praetorian Guard. A History of Rome's Elite Special Forces
Details
English text, 17 bw and colour illustrations on plates. 240 pp.
