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Rome's Golden Era: Shaping Modern Civilization
This chapter explores the extent to which our modern civilization is influenced by Rome's Golden Era, contrasting it with China's ancient Empire and highlighting the geopolitical significance of Rome's rule over various regions. It discusses the emergence and decline of the Roman Empire, the importance of military prowess and tax collection in maintaining it, and the factors that allowed Rome to endure for centuries.
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