Cost of Glory

26 - Marius 2: Third Founder of Rome

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Feb 15, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Second Founding of Rome

  • Camillus, exiled Roman general, saved Rome from Gaulish invaders in 390 BC.
  • This event, after the mythical founding by Romulus, was declared the second founding of Rome, earning Camillus the title "Second Founder of Rome".
INSIGHT

Marius's Rise to Power

  • Marius used popular discontent with the nobility to win the consulship, promising to end the Jugurthine War quickly.
  • Despite the Senate assigning the command to Metellus, Marius utilized tribunes and plebicites to gain control of the war effort.
ANECDOTE

Jugurtha's Capture

  • Marius recruited the poor and non-citizens, promising them wealth from Jugurtha's coffers, exceeding recruitment expectations.
  • Sulla, a young nobleman, played a key role in capturing Jugurtha by orchestrating his betrayal by King Bocchus.
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