The History of Rome

166- As Long As She's Nice To Look At

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Jan 22, 2012
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INSIGHT

Barbarian Settlement Stabilizing Rome

  • The Western Roman Empire stabilized by settling Goths as foederati with land for military service deals.
  • This integration reshaped demographics and political control in Gaul under imperial auspices.
ANECDOTE

Forced Marriage of Galla Placidia

  • Galla Placidia was forced to marry General Constantius III, her imperial rescuer, against her will.
  • Their union produced a daughter named Honoria, who later influenced imperial politics.
INSIGHT

Gallic Council Balances Power

  • A Gallic provincial council was created to give local elites more autonomy while maintaining imperial influence.
  • This balancing act aimed to prevent rebellion by involving local nobility in governance.
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