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The Breath – Historical Connections Series Extract: “Gaius Marcellinus, venite!” It was the commander, Centurion Longinus, standing at the far end of the portico.  “Septimus has brought reports of a disturbance on the southern steps of the Temple. A crowd is gathering. Go with Septimus and your contubernium. Don’t let it get out of hand. … Read more

The Breath – Historical Connections Series Extract: The rhythmic sound of our boots echoed oA the mighty walls of the city as we marchedthrough the North Gate. I took a sharp intake of breath. “This is Jerusalem,” I whispered to no one in particular. To my mother, living in distantRome, it was still the centre … Read more