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Goriest Murders in Ancient Rome

After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal

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Roman Murder: Legal Aspects and a Famous Case

This chapter discusses the legal aspects of murder in ancient Rome, including the distinction between killing free people and enslaved people. It also delves into a famous case during the reign of Nero where the murder of a wealthy former urban prefect by an enslaved attendant led to the impending execution of 400 enslaved people.

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