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781 Potsdam; Emperor of Rome; On the Hippie Trail
Travel with Rick Steves
Understanding Roman Succession and Humor in Power
This chapter examines the unique practice of adopting heirs in ancient Roman leadership, illustrating how it contributed to effective governance during the Pax Romana. It also investigates the role of humor in the imperial court, revealing its complex relationship with power through an anecdote about the emperor Commodus.
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