Digital Map of Roman Empire

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besilarius

http://www.pasthorizonspr.com/index.php/archives/10/2012/digital-map-of-the-roman-empire

This could be a great resource for mapping, and putting together campaigns in the ancient, early medieval period.
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Martok

Cool link!  It makes both the map-lover and ancient-history enthusiast in me go squee. 

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Agreed.  Excellent map, thanks for the link!
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Boggit

Outstanding. Thanks for sharing. 8)
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LongBlade

I just got a chance to look at this. Very cool.

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