The story is of itself nothing very remarkable, though Shakspeare has immortalized it by making it the subject of one of his tragedies.
Centuries passed away, and at length the great Julius Caesar, who was extending the Roman power in every direction, made his way across the Channel, and landed in England.

The particulars of this invasion are described in our history of Julius Caesar.

The Romans retained possession of the island, in a greater or less degree, for four hundred years.
They did not, however, hold it in peace all this time.

They became continually involved in difficulties and contests with the native Britons, who could ill brook the oppressions of such merciless masters as Roman generals always proved in the provinces which they pretended to govern.

One of the most formidable rebellions that the Romans had to encounter during their disturbed and troubled sway in Britain was led on by a woman.