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Pierre Cosme is a Professor of Roman History at the University of Rouen since 2010, specializing in the military, political, and institutional history of the Roman Empire. He holds a doctorate from the University of Paris I (1995) and has authored numerous works on Roman military structures, civil wars, and imperial governance. His research focuses on topics such as the Roman army’s role during crises, military documentation, and the interplay between political power and military organization.
Education and Academic Background:
- Former student of École Normale Supérieure de Fontenay/Saint-Cloud (1985)
- Agrégé in History (1988)
- Doctorate in History (1995), authorized to direct research (2009)
Research Interests:
Dr. Cosme’s work centers on Roman military history, including recruitment practices, civil war dynamics, and the administrative bureaucracy of the Roman army. His studies explore how military institutions shaped imperial governance and vice versa, with a particular focus on transitional periods like the Year of the Four Emperors (69 CE).
Recent Publications and Contributions:
His most recent works include L’année des quatre empereurs (2012) and Les empereurs romains (2011), examining political instability and imperial legitimacy. He has contributed chapters to encyclopedic volumes like Encyclopedia of the Roman Army and edited collections on military history.
Professional Roles:
He coordinates the research group Vivre avec les militaires under the ANHIMA laboratory and serves on editorial boards, including the Review of Ancient Military Studies. He has advised doctoral candidates on themes like Caracalla’s reign and Roman military logistics.
Engagement and Networks:
A member of the Impact of Empire research network, he participates in international colloquia on Roman military history and has organized conferences on topics like Les récits de guerre de l’Antiquité à la Révolution française (2013).
