How Rome really conquered Britain

Ferdinand Addis reveals the reality of Rome's conquest and occupation of Britain – from Caesar's invasion in 55 BC to the decline of Roman influence by 410 AD

Published: July 15, 2026 at 10:31 AM

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What if the Roman invasion and occupation of Britain was more complicated than we might think? Ferdinand Addis reveals how it really happened.

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Speaking to Charlotte Vosper, Ferdinand guides us through the complex process of conquest – from Caesar's arrival in 55 BC, to Hadrian's Wall in 122 AD, to the decline of Roman occupation by 410 AD.

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Charlotte VosperContent producer

Charlotte Vosper is a content producer at HistoryExtra

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