How to Be a Roman Soldier

by Fiona MacDonald

Book Overview

Are you ready to do battle for the glory of Caesar? Have you bought your own armor yet--an apron and strong marching sandals? Will you become a centurion or a legionary? Are you ready for a posting to Western Eurasia or Britannia or North Africa? Are you ready to train from 6 a.m. to midnight? Are you fit to march long distances? Can you swim, run, jump, fence and throw javelin? Then prepare to swear your oath of loyalty to the Commander and Emperor...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0792236165
• ISBN13: 9780792236160
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: National Geographic Society
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.1" x 11.2"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7