: Covers the Germanic tribes (such as the Goths, Franks, and Alemanni) and the Dacians from roughly 100 BC to the late Imperial era.
: Provides a chronology of major conflicts, including the Battle of Teutoburg Forest (9 AD) and the campaigns of Marcus Aurelius and Trajan. Rome's Enemies (1): Germanics and Dacians (Men ...
: Includes a recap of various tribes, their homelands, and key military terms. Critical Reception : Covers the Germanic tribes (such as the
: Includes eight full-colour plates depicting the dress, armour, and weaponry of these "barbarian" forces. It also features numerous black-and-white photographs of archaeological artefacts, such as the falx (Dacian sickle-sword) and Roman relief carvings. : Some readers note that the historical theories,
: Highly recommended for miniature painters and wargamers looking for authentic colour palettes and equipment details.
: Some readers note that the historical theories, particularly regarding tribal migrations, reflect the era in which it was written (1982) and may be considered outdated by modern academic standards.
: By attempting to cover both Germanics and Dacians in one slim volume, some find the treatment of each group lacks the depth found in more modern, dedicated titles.