According to Tacitus' History, Frontinus maintained the fine style of his predecessor, Petilli Uus Cyrillis, in this position, and he was able to cope with difficult emergencies when needed. He organized and directed the suppression of the fierce militant uprising of the West Luer people in Wales, and immediately carried out highway construction in the conquered areas. The road is named after him. Julius Avenue remains.
During his 43-62 years old, he wrote many books. In 78 AD, he finished the book The Art of War (lost). "Strategy" was written between 84 and 96 AD. The purpose of this book is to supplement the narrative of strategically successful war cases, clarify the laws of military science, make generals fully understand these laws, and thus improve their operational command ability. This book is divided into 4 volumes and 50 chapters, with detailed classification and numerous examples (58 1 in total). The first three volumes were written by Frontinus, and the fourth volume was added by later generations according to textual research. The volume 1 provides examples of strategies used before the war, and is classified as 12. Volume 2 lists examples related to the engagement itself and affecting the complete conquest of the enemy, which is summarized as 13. The third volume involves the strategy of siege and clearance, which is divided into 18 categories.
Frontinus was born around 35 AD and died in 103. He is a Roman national activist, strategist and military theorist, and has held various military and state positions.
Little is known about the details of his life, some are incoherent, some cannot be confirmed, and even his birth and death dates are different. The annotation of Tacitus' history is different from the entry in The Concise Encyclopedia Britannica, saying that he was born in 30 AD and died in 103 (108). The book Modern Military Thought (by Edward Mead Earle, translated by New Zhong Xian) published by Taiwan Province Military Translation Society in March 1959 says that he was born in 40 AD.
His family situation and birthplace are also rarely recorded. His surname is Julius, and he is the director of the Roman aqueduct. In ancient times, only national dignitaries could hold such positions. In this view, he is likely to have the blood of an ancient Roman aristocrat. In Rahman's "The Art of Surveying", there is a fragment of a paper on land surveying written by Frontinus, which reveals the teaching situation of Alexandria Mathematics School, with special reference to the bustling scene of Alexandria. It seems that he is likely to be educated in this city.
In 70 AD, Frontinus was appointed as the chief executive of the city. Later, he was elected consul three times, the first time in 73 AD (say 74 AD), the second time in 98 AD, and the third time in 100 AD. After his first term, he was sent to England as governor. Tacitus told us that Frontinus maintained the fine tradition of his predecessor Petilli Uus Sirealis in this position, and he was able to cope with difficult emergencies when needed. He organized and directed the quelling of the uprising of the powerful and militant West Ruhr people in Wales, and immediately started highway construction in the conquered areas by virtue of his consistent desire for public interests and kindness. This expressway is named julius Avenue after him, and its direction is still discernible, and some ancient pavements can still be seen.
Frontinus became the Governor of Britain in 75 AD, resigned in 78 AD and returned to Rome. From then to 1998, there was no information about him in these 20 years. However, during this period, from the age of 43 to 62, he wrote many works. His book The Art of War was written in 78 AD, after he returned to Rome from England. As for his strategy, it was written between 84 and 96 AD. During this period, he also worked as a fortune teller. It was not until 103 that Pliny Jr. succeeded to the throne.
During his tenure as director of aqueduct, he was famous for managing water conservancy and wrote a book "On Water Supply in Rome". When he was in danger, his position was abused by his predecessor for a long time. These people's style is corrupt, and Frontinus corrected their abuse of power and excessive trust in a few people. He selected talents, personally conducted in-depth investigation and study, advocated reform, practiced economy, was loyal and cautious, fulfilled his duties and devoted himself. He declared that the convenience, comfort and safety of the people were his goals. Thanks to his efforts, the water conservancy facilities have been improved, the city has been purified, even the air has become pure, and the root cause of the plague has been eliminated. Although the above Water Supply in Rome is a book about water conservancy facilities in ancient Rome, it also outlines the image of Frontinus as a loyal public servant.