Roman Invasion of England

Roman Invasion of England

1. AD43 Emperor Claudius decides to invade England

   • Appoints General Aulus Plautius
   • Brings 6 Legions of 5,000 men - total of 40,000
   • Land at Richborough in Kent

2. Legions attack parts of England

   • 9th Legion attack TRINOVANTES and ICENI, moving through to YORK
   • 14th and 20th move through Midlands to Wales, attacking DOBUNNI
   • 2nd Legion go west and attack MAIDEN CASTLE, lands of BELGAE and DUROTRIGES

3. TRIBES no match for Romans- rarely fight together

   • BUT Caractacus

4. Last great rebellion- BOUDICA