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Viriathus

Emperors of Rome by La Trobe University

Oct 29, 202535:48Society & Culture

Viriathus was a Lusitanian leader who rose from humble beginnings to become one of Rome’s most formidable enemies. A skilled tactician and master of guerrilla warfare, he led his people in resistance against Roman expans...

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Viriathus is an episode from Emperors of Rome by La Trobe University. Viriathus was a Lusitanian leader who rose from humble beginnings to become one of Rome’s most formidable enemies. A skilled tactician and master of guerrilla warfare, he...

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