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Second Samnite War, Battle of the Caudine Forks in 321 BC, the Roman army of the consuls Tiberius Veturius Calvinus and Spurius Postumius Albinus prisonniere of the samnites of Caius Pontius is placed naked under the yoke
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Second Samnite War, Battle of the Caudine Forks in 321 BC, the Roman army of the consuls Tiberius Veturius Calvinus and Spurius Postumius Albinus prisonniere of the samnites of Caius Pontius is placed naked under the yoke
ELD4852853 Second Samnite War, Battle of the Caudine Forks in 321 BC, the Roman army of the consuls Tiberius Veturius Calvinus and Spurius Postumius Albinus prisonniere of the samnites of Caius Pontius is placed naked under the yoke, supreme shame reducing them to the state of betail, 321 BC - (Second Samnite War, of the Caudine Forks, 321 BC, the novel prisoners are under the yoke of the samnites) Illustration by Tancredi Scarpelli (1866-1937) from " Storia d Italia" by Paolo Giudici, 1930 Private Collection by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); (add.info.: Second Samnite War, Battle of the Caudine Forks in 321 BC, the Roman army of the consuls Tiberius Veturius Calvinus and Spurius Postumius Albinus prisonniere of the samnites of Caius Pontius is placed naked under the yoke, supreme shame reducing them to the state of betail, 321 BC - (Second Samnite War, of the Caudine Forks, 321 BC, the novel prisoners are under the yoke of the samnites) Illustration by Tancredi Scarpelli (1866-1937) from " Storia d Italia" by Paolo Giudici, 1930 Private Collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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Bètail Defeat Disgrace Humiliation Roman Soldier Scarpelli Tancredi 1866 1937 Antique Rome C European Economic Community C European Union Isadora
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the Battle of the Caudine Forks during the Second Samnite War in 321 BC. The Roman army, led by consuls Tiberius Veturius Calvinus and Spurius Postumius Albinus, finds themselves prisoners of the formidable Samnites under Caius Pontius. In an act of ultimate humiliation and shame, the captured Romans are stripped naked and placed under the yoke. The image depicts their vulnerable state as they are reduced to mere cattle, forced to endure this degrading punishment. Tancredi Scarpelli's illustration from "Storia d'Italia" by Paolo Giudici brings this historical event to life with remarkable detail and emotion. The composition highlights not only the physical vulnerability of these prisoners but also their psychological defeat. Their expressions convey a mix of despair, resignation, and perhaps even a glimmer of hope for eventual liberation. This powerful visual representation serves as a reminder of the harsh realities faced by ancient warriors on both sides of conflicts. It invites us to reflect on how war can strip away human dignity while showcasing humanity's resilience in times of adversity. Preserved within private collections like The Holbarn Archive, this photograph offers viewers an opportunity to connect with history through artistry and storytelling.
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