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Rome's Unplanned Rebuilding Chaos
- Romans rebuilt Rome without master planning, resulting in the city's famously convoluted layout that persists today.
- This chaotic growth was due to urgent reconstruction amid continuous external attacks and internal strife.
Marcus Manlius's Fall from Grace
- Marcus Manlius Capitolanus, once hailed for bravery, fell from grace due to jealousy of Camillus's glory.
- He became a plebeian champion for debt relief but was executed for sedition, dying in disgrace.
Plebeian Power Struggle Post-Sack
- The plebeian struggle focused on land redistribution and political power, not just debt relief.
- Plebeians saw military tribune offices as diluted power and pushed for consulship access, marking a shift toward democracy.