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Rome's Mythical Origins Debunked
- Rome started as a patchwork of communities on defensible hills gradually merging into a city-state.
- Early myths like Romulus and Remus were often disbelieved by the Romans themselves.
Rome's Weapon Ban in City
- Romans banned military weapons and armies inside the city to protect the republic.
- Despite bans, violent street fights used improvised weapons like brass knuckles flourished.
Rome's Harsh Debt Laws
- Roman constitution codified harsh debt laws with execution or slavery for debtors.
- Unlike other societies, Rome never periodically canceled debts, worsening inequality.