Sea Eagles of Empire: The Classis Britannica and the Battles for Britain

The Classis Britannica was the Roman regional fleet that controlled and protected the waters around the British Isles, playing a key role in the northern frontiers of the Roman Empire for over 200 years. It helped establish the province of Britannia and assisted in Roman military campaigns, as well as controlling the continental coast. Its mysterious disappearance in the mid-third century AD contributed to Britain finally leaving the Empire 150 years later.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 27 October 2022
Publisher: The History Press Ltd

The Classis Britannica was the Roman regional fleet that controlled and protected the waters around the British Isles, essentially serving as Britain's first-ever navy. For over two centuries, it played a crucial role in the northern frontiers of the Roman Empire, contributing to the establishment of the province of Britannia and participating in Roman military campaigns. Moreover, it exerted control over the continental coast, stretching from the Rhine Delta to the Mediterranean Sea. Beyond its military endeavors, the Classis Britannica provided essential support to the civilian infrastructure of Roman Britain. It aided in administration, undertook significant building and engineering projects, and operated various industries. However, its enigmatic disappearance in the mid-third century AD would eventually contribute to Britain's eventual departure from the Empire, occurring 150 years later. In his acclaimed book, Sea Eagles of Empire, renowned historian Simon Elliott delves into the captivating story of the Classis Britannica for the very first time, shedding light on this significant chapter in Roman history.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803991580