The Roman historian Tacitus provides the bulk of our knowledge concerning Caracatus’ resistance against Rome in his Annals, but even here, precise details remain scanty. Nevertheless, a typically Tacitean message shines through, that a remarkable individual can have an overwhelming influence over a tumultuous period of history.

From 140BC to - 70BC the might of Rome faced three major slave revolts, but the one which stung the Empire most was led by Spartacus - a pretty much unheard of slave from Thrace (Bulgaria today). The Roman backlash that ensued from the rebellion led by Spartacus resulted not only in crushing defeat for the slaves but the Roman historian Appian also reports that afterwards the victorious Crassus studded the Appian way from Capua back to Rome with six thousand gory torsos of crucified slaves.

The Romans had faith in many different gods and goddesses and religion was an important part of their daily life. This pluralistic belief was interwoven within daily life with the gods or goddesses being regarded as an integral part of every Roman family. Romans were very superstitious and discovered and assimilated new gods all the time. This occurred as they travelled and mingled, learning about other gods from peoples and nations they conquered.