Officer Training in the Legions

[Lothia]

Ave, Tarbicus,

Thanks for your quick response. I guess I did forget to mention the period.

The story, as it stands now is set in AD 335. My next book, which I am starting on in January, will be set in AD 336. If I live long enough, I may write about Edward Longshanks.

So, AD 335. That is why I was not sure how officers were trained then. As you mentioned, Julius Caesar and his officers were probably trained as they grew up. But this late in the Empire, I am not sure. Likewise, I have questions about the rules of Diocletian and whether they would effect the selection of officers.

Thanks again, Tarbicus. Any additional information you can send will be appreciated.

Tom