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So, okay.... here's what you're after. A listing of Roman reenacting units in North America. Of course, some links will be dead, that being the nature of the Internet -- please let me know about dead links so I can repair or remove them. Anyway, when looking at a unit to join, take your time, don't get "recruit-itis" and just jump! Look, learn, study, ask questions... MAKE SURE the group you join is a good match for YOU and your interests -- if not, you are only asking for an unhappy time.

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Legio II Adiutrix PF (USA, )--in 2005. This legion appeals to me in part because of my own service as a US Marine, and the honorifics are similar...'Pia Fidelis' and 'Semper Fidelis'. We have decided to go with the concept of white tunics for legionaries and officers, and red ones for centurions. We have also decided to use the idea put forth by Fuentes that legions formed of naval units may have used blue scarves to honor their origins. We use ultramarine focale and sashes for this purpose. Our scuta is blue with a vertical gold trident and a pair of dolphins twined about it above and below the boss. Vexilla are red with "Leg II APF" on them, sometimes with a pegasus.

We celebrate the Deis Natalis at Yuletide in December...this being the likely time in which the legio classiariorum was raised to iustae legionis status. This would give them the Capricorn as a founding symbol. In addition, the Pegasus is displayed, this emblem being given to them by Emperor Vespasian, perhaps at the time he awarded them the honorifics of 'Pia Fidelis'

Legio II Augusta (USA, AR)--Legio II Augusta is. a member unit of the The Imperial Southern Provisional Army -- The ISPA is a loose organization of Roman Reenactors, Legions, Gladiators, Citizens, Auxila, and Enemies of Rome in the Southeastern United States. Its stated purpose is to facilitate cooperation and growth between its member units. ISPA units Sponsor several events annually including Castra Romana in South Carolina, Memorial Day Timeline in Georgia, and Lafe Encampment in Arkansas.

Lafe AD43

The Lafe event is a Roman "tactical" and 24 hour Living History "immersion" event that Leg. II puts on each year. It is fast becoming the Roman event in North America and each year draws more reenactors from each side. We are building a Roman fort on the site, along with a barracks building and even a Cletic village.

	Legio II Augusta--Roma Vita (USA, WA)--Roman and other ancient culture re-enactment Jerome Mason 2641 E. 2nd Street Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-895-5676 quintuslegiiavg@aol.com
	Legio II Traiana (USA, NV)--LEGIO II TRAIANA FORTIS, the strong Legion of Trajan, is currently stationed in Las Vegas Nevada, land of glass and steel Monoliths and Pyramids. We portray 2nd century Roman Army drill and camp life during both the Dacian and Parthian War periods, we also recreate 2nd century Civilian life, both Urban and Camp. We hope to have everything from Senators to Gladiators. We also welcome Celts, Greeks and others of the Time to Participate. We are not a professional Roman reenacting unit, we're just a group of people who enjoy the hobby and would like to educate the public to what Romans really looked like instead of what they see in the movies.
Century I, Cohors II, Legio III "Cyrenaica", Caesar's Conquerors, and the affiliated Auxilia, are Ancient Historical, Living History Impressionist Organizations representing the famous Legio III that was formed approximately 31BC and its accompanied Auxilia. Time periods represented cover the period from 31BC through 550AD. Our main emphasis is on the Flavian Period from approximately 66AD through 100AD. This organization is designed for the enjoyment of it's membership as well as performing Historical Displays, Parades, Events and other gatherings, in order to represent Military and Civilian personas of the Ancient Roman Military and Civilian life, in an educational setting for ourselves, and others, in Historical Reenactments and Living History encampments and functions.
	Legio III Gallica (USA, LA)-- Darren Nunez PO Box 50893 New Orleans, LA 70150-0893 504-576-2743 dnunez1@entergy.com
	Legio V Alaudae (USA, TN)--The newest, best, and only Roman legion reenactment group in Tennessee. The goal of our group is to provide a historically accurate recreation of people in the Roman empire from roughly 100 BC to 100 AD. We have legionaries, civilians, a couple barbarians, and are always looking for MORE! We are also a registered University of Tennessee Student Organization, but we have members from all over Tennessee.
	Legio V Macedonica [site down, under revision??] (USA, IL)--MARS is a living history educational society based near Chicago, Illinois. We recreate daily life in and around the Roman Empire during Trajan's Dacian Wars (101-106 CE). We focus on Legio V Macedonica Pia Fidelis, but welcome all occupations and societies of early 2nd century Europe.
	Legio VI Ferrata Fidelas Constans (USA, SC)-- The Sixth Imperial Legion of Rome is a living history organization dedicated to recreating the life and times of Roman Legionary in the early 1st Century A.D. Legio VI was headquartered in Judea from 9 B.C. to 73 A.D. Prior to this they had served Julius Caesar in Gaul and Egypt. The nickname "Ferrata" or "The Iron Legion" was awarded to the Legion in fighting in Gaul under Julius Caesar. The "Fidelas Constans" or "Loyal and Steady" was awarded in the mid to late 1st Century AD. We aim for a 70 A.D. Impression. The Legion looks to participate in school presentations, living history days, encampments, SCA Fairs, and occasional other events in South Carolina and the Southeast and is a Member legion of the ISPA (Imperial Southern Privincial Army). We are actively looking for new members! If you are interested, contact the Commander. Enthusiasm is the only requirement!
	Legio VI Victrix (USA, So.CA)--Legio VI Victrix recreates a garrison camp near the Roman city of Eburacum (modern York) in the province of Britannia. Our members portray the foot soldiers and officers of the legion, as well as the civilian denizens of a Roman provincial city. Our time frame is AD 130-160, during the reigns of the Emperors Hadrian and Antoninus Pius. We strive to inform, educate, and entertain both ourselves and the public, and to have lots of fun along the way! Toward these goals, we take part in film and television productions, military timelines, historical faires and other special events, as well as give educational presentations throughout Southern California. To help stay fit, we conduct marches in full kit once each month. We also take part in "experimental archaeology" to help historians investigate how the Romans may have done things. Finally, we enjoy the special camaraderie of a shared fascination with this important historical epoch.
	Legio VI Victrix (USA, NY)--Legio VI is a member of Strength and Honor LARP Society and a sponsored Legion of the Micro-nation Nova Roma®. Our goal is to recreate the soldiers of the Roman Army for public demonstrations, Reenactments, living history displays and to recreate the Might and power of the Roman Army on the battlefield. Our weapons, armor, and accoutrements have all been carefully researched, and reconstructed at our own expense Legio VI is committed to recreating the unit in the most authentic was possible. The men of Legio VI demonstrate the tactics of the day, and the use of the legionary's various weapons as well as the every day camp life that the men of the Roman Army experienced.. We can discuss many aspects of Roman army life, and will sometimes spend a day or weekend living like our ancient counterparts did on campaign.
	LEGIO VIII AUGUSTA (USA, TX)--This is the official website for Legio VIII Augusta, a group dedicated to the recreation of a Roman Legion from the 1st century AD. Our venues include, high school lectures, The Tejeda History Faire and re-enactment events with our brother legionaires.
Legio IX Hispana (USA, SoCA)--Legio IX Hispana was founded in 1994, the date of our first event. We are the first Roman re-enactment club in Southern California and the largest Roman re-enactment club in North America. We currently have Chapters in: Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Diego, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Washington, Northern California, Nebraska, Texas, Okinawa, England, and soon Camp Pendelton We portray a company of soldiers, common Roman soldiers, support Auxilia and civilians, all doing the same time period, presenting a large cohesive display. We have no fancy titles or haughty officers. We are encamped in the northern part of Provincia Britannia, north of what will become the Hadrian's Wall public works project. The best way to describe what we do is engendered in the phrase "experiential archaeology".
Legio IX Hispana Penna Chapter (USA, PA)--We are the Pennsylvania chapter (Leg. IX Hispana -- Penna Chapter) of Legio IX Hispana and are part of the overall LEGIO IX HISPANA, USA club. Leg. IX is a group of living historians dedicated to "learning by doing" -- who strive for more than just standing in front of a group talking. Not only do we plan on period marches or "treks " as they're called, we are also among the Roman groups in the United States who are working on a type of mock combat called "Needlefelt" (or NFS) that allows realistic-speed blows without a danger of anyone being hurt!
Legio IX Hispana Virginia Chapter (USA, VA)--We are the Virginia chapter (Leg. IX Hispana -- Virginia Chapter) of Legio IX Hispana and are part of the overall LEGIO IX HISPANA, USA club. Leg. IX is a group of living historians dedicated to "learning by doing" -- who strive for more than just standing in front of a group talking. Not only do we plan on period marches or "treks " as they're called, we are also among the Roman groups in the United States who are working on a type of mock combat called "Needlefelt" (or NFS) that allows realistic-speed blows without a danger of anyone being hurt!
	Legio VIIII Triumphalis (USA, MA)--Legio VIIII Triumphalis is a Roman reenactment group based in Worcester Massachusetts . Triumphalis is currently open for enrollment for Roman soldiers and citizens of Rome and or Active member and Associated member. Members will exsperience traning events, reenactments, parades, meetings, Gladiatoral events , and living history displays. Triumphalis recreats the Roman soldier as authentic as possible . Also Triumphalis members recreat the citizens of Rome as well.
	Legio Decima (USA, MI)--(Caesar/Octavian) Michael duBois Detroit, MI msdoo1 AT msn DOT com
	Legio X Fretensis, Cohort IV (USA, NoCA)--If you elect to first try the Roman Training Camp program, then you will be required to bring this Introductory Information cover sheet to your first event in order to be admitted into the Training Camp. A modest $5.00 admittance fee will be requested: You will be allowed to attend two events on a trial basis. If you decide to continue your Roman experience, then you will be requested to pay the balance due for a full Membership status, which is $30.00 for the calendar year. When you attend your first event, in order to enrich your living history experience, you should bring with you the following outfit and equipment: a "T" pattern Tunic, a rope or leather belt, sandals, a mess kit consisting of a wood or metal bowl or plate, a spoon, knife (optional), a cup, and a bag to carry it. A leather water bag or a plain, uncovered metal canteen is recommended if you plan to spend the entire day with Legio X. If you plan to spend the night in the camp tent, you should bring with you a plain colored wool blanket. You may be asked to post guard duty during the night. Legio X will provide for all meals. Please RSVP one week prior to the scheduled event in order to insure sufficient food for you. The status of new reruits at these events will be that of militae mutatio - Lowest ranking soldiers. If you wish to only receive this Legio X newsletter, then the rate is $10.00
	Legio XI Claudia Pia Fidelis (USA, GA)--Legio XI is a Georgia-based Roman reenactment group, dedicated to recreating the environment, equipment, technology, and ethos of the Roman Army of the 1st Century A.D. As such, all of us share an avid interest in the history and authenticity of our subject, and strive our best to present an accurate portrayal of Roman Legionaries in a variety of settings. Legio XI conducts regular monthly workshops where we exchange ideas, make our own equipment, learn more about our respective interests, and enjoy each others' company. We participate in reenactment events, locally and across the U.S., that recreate Roman camp and military life. We provide demonstrations for schools and other institutions interested in well-researched, accurate, and interesting living history. We are able to tailor our presentations for any audience.
	Legio XII Fulminata (USA, GA)--We are located in Lower Alabama and we try to represent a Roman Legion in the field on the march . As accurately as we can , and in doing so have a good time . We are rather new on the scene, but we are hoping to one day be one of the best known for our commitment to an accurate representation . We are striving for authenticity over numbers . Feel free to contact us !!! We also need civilians as well as "enemies" of Rome. So if you are interested in any of these areas contact me for more information.
	Legio XII Fulminata (Quebec, Canada)--[Site is in French but, you can try this link I think will work to Alta-Vista's translation service--click here for translation] Legio XII Fulminata, a living history group based on the Roman army of the 1st Century AD. We live the province of Quebec, in Canada and at present, we are in period of intense recruitment! Your service guarantees citizenship!
	Legio XIII James Snook III 807 Lewis Edgerton MO 64444 jsnookiii AT yahoo DOT com
	Legio XIV Gemina Martia Victrix (USA, WI)--We are a living history/reenactment group located in the Milwaukee area. Our members are from many walks of life and different historical backgrounds.
	Legio XIIII Gemina Martia Victrix (USA, WV)--We are a group of like-minded amateur historians who have a sincere interest in ancient Rome , and all the aspects involved with the Roman military machine during the first century A.D. We strive to portray the common legionnaire who marched on Rome ’s highways from the blistering deserts of the Middle East to the northern reaches of Hadrian’s Wall . Our primary goal is to depict members of Legio XIIII, known for its campaigns in Germania and in Britannia. Legio XIIII was one of the legions that participated in the suppression of the revolt led in Britannia (60AD) by the famed Iceni Queen Boudicca. Along with our representation of the Roman soldier, Legio XIIII also has portrayals for female members. The impressions are open for Roman civilians and non-citizens. As with any army in history there has always been civilians following the army. So our group is open to any female impression that would be accurate for our groups time period and locale.
	Legio XIV Gemina Martia Victrix, Cohors II (USA, OH)-- Greg Guy P.O. Box 432 Georgetown, OH 45121-0432 xiv_ii AT yahoo DOT com http://devoted.to/XIV {website link dead}
	Legio XIIII Gemina Martia Victrix (USA, NY)-- Robert McNamara 7310 Ripley Hill Rd. Homer, NY 13077 607-749-6110
	Legio XX (USA, MD)--Matt Amt's unit--this is THE *king-daddy* of Roman Reenacting websites as Matt has posted his unit Handbook so all can learn! Not high-tech, so it loads quick!! The Twentieth Legion was founded in 1991 to recreate the soldiers of the Roman Army for public demonstrations and living history displays. Our weapons, armor, and accoutrements are all carefully researched, and reconstructed at our own expense. Our troops demonstrate the tactics of the day, and the use of the legionary's various weapons. We can discuss many aspects of Roman army life, and will sometimes spend a day or weekend living like our ancient counterparts did on campaign. We also have a civilian contingent which displays daily life in the ancient Roman world.
	Legio XX Valeria Victrix (USA, KY)-- Benjamin Macthomas Louisville, KY 502-345-9009 irish_warlord@yahoo.com
	Legio XX Valeria Victrix Ballistaria (USA, MN)--Neat site, takes FOREVER to load as he has about a million bytes worth of pix on the main page... neat stuff, but found no info on who they are. Give it a look--especially if you like siege machines and such!
Legio XXII Primigenia, Cohort IV (USA, OH)--Legio XXII was founded in 1992 to recreate the soldiers of the Roman Army for public demonstrations, living history displays and historical events, such as period Trekking. Our weapons, armor, and equipment are all carefully researched, and reconstructed at our own expense. We demonstrate the tactics of the day, and the use of the legionary's various weapons. We are available to discuss many aspects of Roman army life, and will sometimes spend a day or weekend living like our ancient counterparts did on campaign. Eventually, we also aim to actually reenact against the enemies of Rome... a period fortification is even in the planning stages. The recreated Legio XXII portrays soldiers from Germany in the mid-first century AD. We have based our clothing and equipment on contemporary illustrations and descriptions as well as on archeological evidence. While the group is based in the Cincinnati, Ohio area, we have members from a broader area.
	Legio XXIII (USA, OH)-- Justin Menges Lexington, NC b17_gpilot AT yahoo DOT com
	Legio XXIV (USA, PA) -- Instituted on the Kalends (1st) of Martius (March) 2751 AUC (1998), Legion XXIV defends the frontiers of Ancient Rome in the Middle Atlantic Provincia of North America. Legion XXIV is intended as reenactment unit to display Roman Army life, dress, battle tactics and atmosphere at Faires, schools or other public functions. The campaigns of the Legion are conducted in PA, NJ, MD, OH, New England and surrounding states, as well as in Ontario Canada. The artillery pool of the Legion includes a small arrow-shooting ballista and an onager casting softballs 300 feet! The dress, weapons and other equipment of the Legion are authentic and historically correct as reasonably possible and have been assembles and/or obtained at our member's own expense. The Legion's extensive Website has many pages dealing with Weapons, Equipment, History of Rome and its Legions, Gladiatorial Combat and the Colosseum, along with links to reenactment Legions worldwide and Equipment Suppliers!
	Legio XXX Ulpia Victrix pia fidelis (Canada, Ontario)--Legio XXX Ulpia Victrix is a Roman reenactment group with members in Southern Ontario and Indiana. It was established in 2004 with the goal of portraying all aspects of Roman civilian and legionary life.Family participation is encouraged.
	Legio XXX Cohort I (Canada, Ontario) -- Legio XXX Cohort I, is a roman reenactment group based in the Niagara Falls area of Ontario, Canada. Established in the summer of 2001, our goal is to recreate the early 2nd Century Roman legion, immediately after the conclusion of the 2nd Dacian War.Within this site you will find information on our unit standards and regulations, and a list of links to other Roman sites. Also included is a photo gallery, a brief history of the original Legio XXX and a small description of the basic kit of a Roman legionary. This will provide some idea of what we are about, and a means to build your own equipment and reenact as a Roman soldier of various types.
	Legio XXX Ulpia Victrix, Cohors Tertia (USA, IN) -- the midwest vexillation, of the 30th legion, 3rd cohort. Besides this one, the present day 30th legion also has vexillations in Ontario, Canada, cohors I and II (Cur cohortes duae cum legione tricesima in Ontarione sunt? Politica), and in Belgium, cohors IV. We reenact the roman legions during the reign of emperor Trajan. Our goal is to authentically portray the roman legionaire of the late 1st century doing most of what he would of done. This includes marching, drilling, training, and camping as a roman legionaire would of done. Staged battles are also sometimes performed, but since the elements of our kit are real, there are limits to how far this can go. Since safe unchoregraphed authentic combat using real weapons is impossible, one thing that we are not about is sport combat
	Cohors I Praetoria (USA, FL)-- John Costello 19 Cosmos Dr. Orland, FL 32807 407-381-2087 ChillyD_AT msn DOT com
	COHORS II ITALICA CIVIUM ROMANORUM (USA, SouthEast)--The Auxiliary unit of Legio VI FFC based in the Southeastern United States, Cohors II Italica Civium Romanorum (of Roman Citizens). The unit exists primarily to participate in re-enactments, presentations, dramas, and related events. Men Women, and children are welcome, each can be involved in a myriad of ways. Cohors II Ital is based primarily on the Cohort stationed in Caesarea in the 20-70 AD Period. It is mentioned several times in historical references, including the Bible!
	COHORS TRES ITALICA C.R. (USA, OK)--Cohort Three of Italian Auxiliaries is a Roman Reenactment Group from the South Central part of the United States. We have members and associates in Arkansas, Louisiana, Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. We attempt to recreate the less well known half of the Roman Army. Everyone knows about the Legions, but standing beside or often in front of the Roman Legions of the Early Empire were the Auxiliary Cohorts. These units were recruited from non-citizens and part of their service bonus was the acquiring of citizenship for themselves and their offspring. Sometimes auxiliary cohorts were given their citizenship early as a result of a heroic action. Auxiliaries provided cavalry, scouts, missile weapon specialists, and often the assault troops for the Roman army. They usually had different weapons and armor from the regular Roman Legionary. In some places the Roman auxiliary troops manned the first lines of defense. In Britain, auxiliaries guarded the frontier posts of Hadrian’s Wall. In Judea at the time of Jesus Christ, no Roman legions were officially stationed there, only auxiliary troops. It was probably an auxiliary soldier who thrust his spear (hasta) into Jesus’ side, not a legionary with a pilum!
	Cohors III Praetoria (USA, AR)-- Charles Muller Conway, Arkansas Charles.Muller AT acxiom DOT com
	Nova Roma (USA)--NOVA ROMA is an organization dedicated to the study and restoration of ancient Roman culture. From its legendary founding in 753 BCE to 330 CE, when it ceased to be the center of Imperial authority, Rome set the standard and laid the foundation for our modern Western civilization. Rome civilized the world, and we see the need for that divine mission to begin again. Founded 2,750 years after the Eternal City itself, NOVA ROMA seeks to bring back those golden years. But where our ancestors imposed their will through the sword and the Legions, we intend the same result through the spread of knowledge and through our own virtuous example.
	Rome (Combat Simulation Organization) (USA, VA)--Since 1987, Rome is a premiere fighting unit in the SCA, Markland, and Dagorhir! DO NOT click the java-script button, just go to the non-java index -- it still locks my computer up! (13.feb.05) ;-(
	SPQR (USA, AZ)--SPQR Roman Reenacting was created in 2000. My name is Taylor Genovese, my reenacting name is Titus Decimus Romulus. SPQR was made so that men, women, and children could reenact Roman times. But SPQR is unique because people can PICK what they want to be. From senators to gladiators to the army. We try to be authentic, but we understand how hard it is to afford equipment, especially miltary equipment. But, if you would like to be in the army, you can't wear anything that is not Roman. The same rule applies with any other career. SPQR is based in Tucson, AZ and we desperatly need members. If you are in another state and would like to create an SPQR in your community, contact me and I will give you information.
	Terra Incognito (USA, IL)--Late Roman and other periods) Marc Britton Peoria, IL marcbrit@elmnet.net