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The Battle of Mons Graupius: Rome's Greatest Victory in Scotland
In 83 or 84 AD, the Roman general Agricola faced the Caledonian confederation led by Calgacus at a site called Mons Graupius. This episode explores the archaeology and history of that battle, the only pitched battle between Rome and the people of Scotland. We discuss Tacitus's account, the disputed location (possibly Bennachie or the Grampians), the numbers involved, and the famous speech Tacitus puts in Calgacus's mouth: 'They make a desert and call it peace.' The battle was a Roman victory but the Highlands remained unconquered, and soon the legions withdrew. This…
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