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Roman Special Forces and Special Ops with Dr Simon Elliott

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we speak to the author of the brand new Pen and Sword Book 'Roman Special Forces and Special Ops: Speculatores, Exploratores, Protectores and Areani in the Service of Rome' Dr Simon Elliott all about his book and the various different forces who were in the service of Rome. A very special thanks go to publishers Pen and Sword Books for sending me a copy of Simon's book!


To read Simon's book head to: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Roman-Special-Forces-and-Special-Ops-Speculatores-Exploratores-Protectores-and-Areani-in-the-Service-of-Rome-Hardback/p/23031 Use code PODCAST25 to get 25% off your purchase!


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