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The devastating Jewish revolt against the Roman empire

Barry Strauss reflects on the Jewish-Roman wars, exploring the roots – and legacy – of the conflict

• James Osborne

Published: March 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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It was under the rule of the infamous emperor Nero that the Great Revolt, the first of the Jewish-Roman wars, began, sparking many decades of continuous conflict. Speaking to James Osborne, historian and author Barry Strauss traces the story, following the the fate of the Jewish rebels and the legacy of the conflict.

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James OsborneSenior content producer

James Osborne is a senior content producer at HistoryExtra

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