# Flying Shields in Roman History: Were They UFOs?

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Podcast: [Ancient Astronauts](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ancient-astronauts-7340179)
Published: 2026-02-03T04:17:47+00:00
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## Resource

https://www.theforbiddenknowledgenetwork.com Ancient Roman historians recorded strange objects in the skies described as flying shields , glowing discs, and spinning forms that appeared during times of war, political upheaval, and major historical change. These sightings were documented by respected chroniclers and preserved in official Roman records, yet their true nature has never been fully explained. In this episode of Ancient Astronauts, we examine the original Roman accounts of these aerial phenomena, the language used to describe them, and the contexts in which they appeared. Were these misidentified natural events, secret military technology, or evidence of something far more advanced observing the ancient world? When viewed through a modern lens, these reports closely resemble what we now call unidentified flying objects. This investigation explores whether ancient civilizations may have encountered the same unexplained aerial phenomena reported today, and what these sightings reveal about humanity’s long history with the unknown. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden Knowledge Network — only on Patreon. 👉 https://www.patreon.com/theforbiddenknowledgenetwork 🎧 Search Ancient Astronauts wherever you listen to podcasts. #AncientAstronauts, #AncientAliens, #RomanHistory, #UFOs, #AncientMysteries

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