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Challenges of Roman Dominance
- Rome, dominant after defeating Macedon and Syria, faced unrest in Spain and Gaul.
- Maintaining control proved as challenging as initial conquest, highlighting the complexities of empire.
The Catalyst of War
- Philip V's death in 179 BC stemmed from a conflict between his sons, Perseus and Demetrius.
- Perseus, fearing a Roman-backed coup by his pro-Roman brother, convinced Philip of Demetrius' treason, leading to his execution.
Perseus' Provocations
- Perseus, succeeding Philip, tested Roman patience by violating the treaty.
- He expanded his territory, forged diplomatic ties, and allied with Syria, raising Roman and Pergamum's concerns.