Impedimenta atque omnes fortunas conflagrare
Definition
This term describes the baggage train or supplies carried by an army during a campaign. It also refers to all possessions being burned or destroyed.
Analogy
Imagine you're going on a road trip with your friends. The impedimenta are all the suitcases, snacks, and camping gear you bring along. But if something goes wrong and your car catches fire, everything is lost - just like when all fortunas conflagrare, or possessions burn up.
Related terms
Castra: Refers to a Roman military camp where soldiers would set up temporary structures for shelter during campaigns.
Praeda: Means "spoils" in Latin and represents the plunder or loot acquired by victorious armies after defeating their enemies.
Obsidio: Translates to "siege" in Latin and describes a military operation where an army surrounds a fortified city or stronghold.
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