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Hadrian's Un-Roman Ways
- Hadrian was viewed as an active emperor, but out of touch with Roman tradition.
- He was a Greco-phile Spaniard who openly embraced homosexuality and a beard.
Hadrian's Beard
- Hadrian's beard has multiple possible explanations.
- These range from Philhellenism to covering facial blemishes.
Promoting Greece, Alienating Italy
- Hadrian's promotion of Greece over Italy stemmed from a desire to unite the empire.
- This was met with resistance in Italy, where citizens believed in their exceptionalism.