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Battles, Betrayal & Murder in Roman Britain Who was the true Emperor of Britain?
This exciting exhibition of stunning Roman artefacts tells a story of power, corruption and
murder. The late 3rdcentury AD was a dangerous and unstable time. Britain, under Roman rule, was raided by pirates looking for treasure and slaves. It was the job of Classis Britannica, the Roman
British Fleet, under the command of Carausius, to stop them. But there were allegations of corruption, theft and pirate deals. How did this lead to Carausius becoming Emperor of Roman Britain, his
assassination by one of his most trusted aides and an epic battle in Hampshire? Find out in this new interactive exhibition touring Hampshire Museums in 2010-2011. First showing at Gosport Gallery.
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