Who won Venutius Second Revolt and Roman Response (69 AD)?

Venutius (initially) won Venutius Second Revolt and Roman Response (69 AD). The outcome was: Cartimandua extracted by Romans; Venutius became king of Brigantia; Roman annexation followed.

When and where did Venutius Second Revolt and Roman Response (69 AD) take place?

Venutius Second Revolt and Roman Response (69 AD) took place in 69 in West Riding, England.

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Roman Period

Venutius Second Revolt and Roman Response (69 AD)

69

West Riding, England

Also known as: Brigantian Revolt 69 AD · Fall of Cartimandua

Era

Roman Period

Battle Type

Pitched Battle

Location

West Riding, England

Status

Unregistered

The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated

Cartimandua / Romans

Forces

Cartimandua's supporters c.3,000–5,000 with ad hoc Roman reinforcements.

VS

Victor

Venutius (initially)

Forces

Venutius and anti-Roman Brigantes c.10,000–15,000

Outcome

Cartimandua extracted by Romans; Venutius became king of Brigantia; Roman annexation followed

The Battle

History & Significance

During the Year of the Four Emperors, with Roman attention on the continent, Venutius launched his most serious revolt. Cartimandua was rescued by Roman troops but Venutius took the Brigantian kingdom. The episode triggered Cerialis's conquest campaign of 71-74 AD that brought Yorkshire firmly under Roman control.

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