OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation · J199
Paper 5
Revise: Legionary Organization and the Legionary FortressThe distinction between the principia and the praetorium is especially important. The principia was the headquarters: it handled administration and contained the standards and money. The praetorium was the commanding officer's house, where he lived and entertained.
- Revise: Visual and Material Sources
The headquarters building of a Roman fort or fortress, used for administration and housing the standards.