Roman general
Definition
A Roman general is a military leader who commands the Roman army and is responsible for planning and executing military campaigns.
Related terms
Legatus: A legatus was a high-ranking officer in the Roman army who served under a general and commanded a legion.
Centurion: A centurion was an officer in the ancient Roman army who commanded around 100 soldiers.
Praetorian Guard: The Praetorian Guard was an elite unit of bodyguards that protected the Roman emperor. They were often led by experienced generals.
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AP Latin - 8.3 Vergil, Aeneid, Book 6, Lines 847-899
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