What tragic event occurred in 9 A.D. that forced Augustus to rethink the role of his commanders in the army?
A) A mutiny occurred among one of his legions when on campaign in Germanic territory.
B) Three entire legions were destroyed by the Germanic barbarians across the Rhine River in the Teutoburg forest, due to the commander Varus' actions.
C) One of Augustus' most trusted commanders led a rebellion against Augustus, attempting to seize power.
D) Commanders were going "rogue" and attacking barbarian tribes beyond the frontiers of Rome without the consent of the emperor.
E) The power to command the legions was left in the hands of trusted commanders. Unfortunately, these commanders began to battle one another for control.
B
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