09-02-2010, 11:19 AM
A notable contribution to understanding the continuation of Roman practices and institutions after the legions withdrew can be found at " Romanization of Auxilia" on the Roman Military History and Archaeology forum. While it doesn't directly address our issue, it's good background.
"Fugit irreparabile tempus" (Irrecoverable time glides away) Virgil
Ron Andrea
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