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Attila e la spada di Marte

Translated title of the contribution: Attila and the Sword of Mars

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Abstract

The discovery of the so called ‘Mars’ Sword’ (Prisc. frg. 12, 1-2 Blockley)\r\nhappened between 445 and 448 AD and was explained as a symbol of\r\nuniversal power by German princes subdued to Attila: they meant to urge\r\nthe Hun king to turn his hegemonic plans against the Western Empire
Translated title of the contributionAttila and the Sword of Mars
Original languageItalian
Title of host publicationI disegni del potere, il potere dei segni
PublisherEdizioni di storia e studi sociali
Pages139-145
Number of pages7
ISBN (Print)9788899168230
Publication statusPublished - 2017

Keywords

  • Roman History

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