[SunkenCiv]

As GGG readers know, the Romans most assuredly did not pull back behind the Rhine and stay there. Browse the topics in the "romanempire" keyword for more.

There are many Roman settlements in Germany, but this is a civil one, and what is more interesting: it is 100 km east of the Rhine. Moreover, it dates back to the first decade of our era, to the period in which Roman commanders like Drusus, Tiberius, and Varus attempted the subdue the Germanic tribes. Hardly any military objects have been excavated, and barracks have not been identified. Perhaps it was a town for veterans (colonia).

The Waldgirmes horse [13 BCE–9 CE] photo from www

[GOP Poet]

Magnificent. Fascinating article. Oh to be a fly on the wall and go back in time.

[CaptainMorgantown]

Vito Corleone says hello.

[MUDDOG]

Beats Picasso.

[NFHale]

Man’s OTHER Best Friend... the Horse.

Teutoberg Forest... yikes... Arminius and his boys destroyed three Roman legions there.

“Quinctilius Varus, give me back my Legions!”
- Augustus Caesar

[morphing libertarian]

Various tribes no surprise

[colorado tanker]

I'm a little skeptical of the story that the Germans threw the head down the well as part of some sacrifice ritual. Seems like there should be more to the story.

However it got down there, it's a magnificent piece. Well worth a trip to the link to see it cleaned up and on display.

[trisham]

Amazing!