Boudicca & the Great British Rebellion

Boudicca, a fierce Celtic queen, led a formidable rebellion against Roman rule in Britain during the 1st century AD. This uprising, known as the Great British Rebellion, was sparked by the Romans' harsh treatment of the native Celtic tribes, particularly after the death of Boudicca's husband, King Prasutagus. With an army of thousands, Boudicca rallied her people and launched a series of devastating attacks on Roman settlements, including Londinium (London) and Camulodunum (Colchester), destroying them and massacring their inhabitants. Despite her initial victories, Boudicca's rebellion was ultimately crushed by the Roman forces under Suetonius Paulinus in a decisive battle, resulting in heavy losses and the eventual surrender of the Celtic tribes. Boudicca's legacy as a symbol of resistance against oppression continues to inspire future generations.