Military History of Late Rome 425–457

The years 425–457 CE were among the most challenging of the later Roman Empire, marked by political instability, shifting alliances and the growing power of the Huns under Attila. In this volume, Ilkka Syvänne examines the military history of the period and the efforts of Roman commanders and emperors to preserve imperial authority in a rapidly changing world.

Particular attention is given to the careers of Aetius and Marcian, Roman strategy in the West and East, and the conflicts that shaped relations with Huns and other rival powers. Combining narrative military history with analysis of campaigns, leadership and strategy, the book provides a detailed study of a pivotal period in Rome’s transformation.