The History of Rome

089- Provincial Matters

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Apr 5, 2010
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Provincial Administration

  • The Roman Empire was divided into senatorial and imperial provinces, managed by the Senate and Emperor, respectively.
  • Imperial provinces, often along borders, housed legions and were governed by the Emperor's appointees.
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Provincial Hierarchy

  • Provinces were categorized by importance: major proconsular, minor propratorial, and procuratorial.
  • Governors' ranks were tied to the province's importance, with equites governing the smallest territories.
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Governor Responsibilities

  • Governors had key responsibilities like military readiness, tax collection, and judicial oversight.
  • Day-to-day operations were often delegated to local officials or left to inertia.
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