The Battle Against Rome: Rebellion of the Germanic Tribes

The Battle of the Teutoburg Forest played a decisive role in shaping modern-day Europe. It was the worst defeat ever suffered by the Roman Empire. Called the Varian Disaster by historians, Germanic tribes ambushed three Roman legions. 30,000 men were cut down, betrayed by a man the Romans had trained and trusted. Arminius anticipated Roman tactics in one of the most decisive battles ever.