The legions in Pannonia had to decide whether or not to join Vespasian’s rebellion. Most just wanted to play it safe. But Antonius Primus, commander of 7 Galbiana, is all in. It was a decision that would have far-reaching consequences – for himself, for Vespasian, for Vitellius – and for Rome herself.

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