Desert Legions: The Romans in Africa The River Nile and a thirst for commerce and land led the armies of Rome deep into Africa. Raoul McLaughlin investigates. Raoul McLaughlin | Published in History Today Volume 64 Issue 6 June 2014 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. Roman EmpireAfricaEmpire Related Articles The Mystery of Meroe The 'Life of Alexander' and West Africa Popular articles US President or American Caesar? Hezbollah’s Long March out of the Shadows