All Roman history with a focus on the military and the mid-republic. I enjoy identifying the parallels with more modern times, for example, the link between the first two Punic Wars and WW1 and WW2. The conclusion of one leading to the other is almost spooky. It amazes me that still, the lessons of the past are lost on many of the careerist politicians whose hubris leads to the punishment of all.<br /><br />The entire breadth of human character is displayed in the history of Rome and it is the guidebook for success or folly depending on ones objectives. This is stated in an age when history is viewed, by those in positions of power, as the actions of the last government or meaningless nostalgia. Rome is the blueprint of courage, confidence and benevolence as much as it is the indication of the consequence of arrogance and greed.
