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Commodus: The Gladiator Emperor
The Ancients
The Complex Legacy of Commodus: Beyond 'Mad and Bad'
This chapter explores the multifaceted legacy of Commodus, often deemed one of Rome's worst emperors due to his unusual reign marked by personal eccentricities and power conflicts. The discussion highlights how his participation in gladiatorial contests and literary judgments contributed to his enduring infamy as a 'mad and bad' ruler.
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