Frontiers of the Roman Empire

Roman Imperial frontiers were not rigid boundaries but complex, overlapping zones shaped by political, military, judicial, and financial interactions. This study challenges the traditional linear model of frontiers, using case studies like Civilis' revolt on the Rhine (AD 69) and Dura-Europos to illustrate dynamic frontier relationships. It highlights regional variation in empire acquisition and governance, emphasizing trade's central role—particularly through Palmyra—as a driver of frontier dynamics. The research integrates archaeological evidence with theoretical analysis to redefine how Roman provinces were structured and how allied kingdoms interacted with the empire.

(Ed.). (2022). FRONTIERS OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE. Frontiers of the Roman Empire: Roman Limes in Serbia, 6–30. https://doi.org/10.2307/jj.15135900.4