Boudicca’s rebellion in 60/61 AD was a direct response to extreme Roman cruelty, including her public flogging and the assault of her daughters. Uniting the Iceni and neighboring tribes, she led a devastating campaign, sacking Camulodunum (Colchester), Londinium (London), and Verulamium (St. Albans), resulting in an estimated 70,000–80,000 deaths. However, her massive but less-disciplined force was ultimately crushed at the Battle of Watling Street by the tactical superiority of the Roman legion

2.9K views · 36 reactions | Queen Boudicca, a symbol of rebellion, led the Iceni tribe against the Roman Empire, even burning London. Rather than surrender, she chose poison. Her story resonated deeply in Edwardian Britain, particularly with the suffragette movement. Have you heard her story before? #Boudicca #RomanEmpire #London #History #QueenVictoria | Real Royalty | Facebook

45K views · 1.7K reactions | Boudicca radunò tutti i popoli della Britannia, scatenando una rivolta che rase al suolo le 3 principali città dell'isola, incontrastata ribelle fino alla battaglia finale... | Vanilla Magazine | Facebook

Boudicca, queen of the Iceni, rose in 60 CE to challenge Roman rule in Britain after her kingdom was seized and her family abused. She rallied her people into a fierce uprising, razing key Roman settlements and inspiring fear across the province. Despite her determination and remarkable leadership, the revolt ultimately ended in defeat, yet her legacy endured. Boudicca became a symbol of courage, resistance, and the enduring spirit of those who fight against oppression, leaving a story remembere