Pilkevych A. The transformation of the model of social and economic organization of Roman armed forces (the end of ІІ century B.C. - 117 year A.D.)

In this dissertation the author thoroughly examines the transformational processes in the system of social and economic organization of the Roman army within the period from the end of II century B.C. to 117 year A.D. In the research the author identifies and analyses the main reasons for the crisis in the traditional "census" military organization. The researcher reveals the essence of Gaius Marius' reforms and observes their influence on the further development of Roman armed forces. Also, the author characterizes the implementation of a new system of army recruitment and updating its social structure. Special attention is paid to material support of the Roman army during its professionalization. In the dissertation the author determines the place and role of veterans in the structure of Roman society. The researcher suggests a new vision of the extension of land ensuring for veterans in the I century B.C. and its evolution after establishment of the Principate.