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Despite his moderation, Josephus was ultimately drawn into the conflict, leading the Galilee forces as military governor. Faced with the ferocity of Roman General Vespasian and his son Titus—a force noted for its ruthlessness—Josephus found himself at the forefront of a seemingly unwinnable struggle. Despite his valor and tactical ingenuity at sites like Jotapata, the overwhelming power of Rome began to suffocate the rebellion.
What began as an insurrection against a common enemy devolved into infighting among Jewish factions, eroding their collective strength. In a display of Roman military might, Titus's forces laid siege to Jerusalem, ultimately leading to brutal methods of warfare, mass executions, and a grim depiction of human suffering.