In Ancient Rome, one of the most feared military punishments was decimation—a brutal form of discipline where one in every ten soldiers in a unit was randomly selected and executed by their own comrades. This terrifying punishment was used to restore order, punish cowardice, and instill absolute obedience within the Roman legions.
Victims were often beaten to death or executed by sword, while the surviving soldiers were forced to endure reduced rations and humiliation. But how often was decimation used? Which Roman leaders enforced it? And why did soldiers fear it more than battle itself?
This is part of our series on the Worst Punishments in History, uncovering the harshest forms of justice from different civilizations. Stay tuned for more episodes covering forced labor, Roman prisons, crucifixion, and other extreme punishments.
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