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Marcus Licinius Crassus

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The Ill-Fated Ambitions of a Roman Consul

This chapter explores the ambitious military campaign of a Roman consul aiming for glory in Parthia, leading to initial victories followed by a devastating defeat at the Battle of Cari. It reflects on the political fallout from this disaster, symbolizing the decline of the Roman Republic amid themes of ambition and hubris.

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