An entire Roman Legion vanishes without a trace. What happened to the Ninth?
Historical records after AD 108 make no mention of the powerful Roman Legion. Theories abound, but no concrete evidence has emerged.
The Ninth Legion, one of the most feared in the Roman Empire, mysteriously disappeared from historical records after AD 108. Consisting of about 5000 men, the legion was stationed in Britain. Despite various theories, including an uprising by northern tribes or a transfer to the East, no definitive proof has been found. The fate of the Ninth remains one of history's most intriguing mysteries.
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