Garrison of Jerusalem - AD30

[Caius Fabius]

You could also buy citizenship, perhaps with the proceeds of some interesting candlesticks, taken from some temple. Depending on the time and place, there are several examples of people who were not born Roman citizens having the positions of higher command in the auxiliaries. Some auxiliary units were awarded citizenship for bravery or simply supporting the winning side in a civil war. I don't see in my quick scans of materials any non-citizens commanding Legion troops, but I am sure there will be exceptions to any "hard and fast" rule, if we look hard enough. <p></p><i></i>