Could the Romans have Conquered Parthia?

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Could the Romans have Conquered Parthia?

"This video will explore why the Romans never conquered the sprawling, disorganized, and (apparently) invincible Parthian Empire." from the video introduction

Rome’s Greatest Rival: What Was The Parthian Empire?

"After defeating the Seleucids, the Parthians built a vast empire in Iran and Mesopotamia. For over four centuries, the Parthian Empire controlled the Silk Road, becoming Rome’s greatest rival.

The Parthians, a major Iranian political and military power, emerged as a significant force in 247 BCE. After defeating the Seleucids, they built a mighty empire. At its height, the Parthian Arsacid dynasty ruled over a vast territory stretching from the Euphrates to the Himalayas. The control of the Silk Road made the Parthians immensely wealthy, allowing their rulers to revive the greatness of the Achaemenid Empire and emulate its multiculturalism.

The enormous wealth funded a state-of-the-art army, renowned for its mounted archers and heavy cavalry. No wonder the Parthian Empire quickly turned into a superpower, the only ancient state that could rival Rome. Then, in a unique twist, this powerful and wealthy empire, an insurmountable obstacle for the Roman legions, was almost completely erased from history by the emerging Sassanian Empire..." from the article: Rome’s Greatest Rival: What Was The Parthian Empire?

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