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Rome's Patrician Republic
Tides of History
Aristocratic Ambition and Competition in Roman Republic
The chapter explores how the aristocracy in Rome, particularly the patricians, were driven by ambition and competition within the Republic's political structures. It delves into the tensions between patricians and plebeians, the rise of patrician political power, and the transition from private plundering to directed aristocratic ambition for the benefit of Rome. The chapter also sheds light on conflicts with neighboring groups like the Iqey, Volsky, and Vai that influenced Rome's defensive and offensive strategies.
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