Frontiers of the Roman Empire: The Frontier of the Roman Province of Raetia

The Roman Province of Raetia emerges as a critical geopolitical crossroads and defensive frontier, bridging the eastern and western Roman Empire while safeguarding Italy. This study reveals its dual role through comprehensive archaeological and historical analysis, tracing troop deployment, local population dynamics, and frontier organization from early imperial times to Late Antiquity. A key finding is Raetia's strategic significance, now recognized under UNESCO’s World Heritage initiative as part of the Upper German-Raetian Limes and Danube Limes (Western Segment), underscoring its universal cultural value. The research integrates cutting-edge methods with rich illustrations, offering insights that support heritage preservation efforts along this historically pivotal region.

Thomas, F., Veronika, F., Christof, F., Markus, G., Martina, M., Bernd, S., & David J., B. (2026). Frontiers of the Roman Empire: The Frontier of the Roman Province of Raetia. https://doi.org/10.32028/9781805832775