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Republic's Stability
- The Roman Republic's stability relied on two factors: a relatively content lower class and a unified upper class.
- The influx of wealth and power disrupted both, leading to instability and conflict.
Wealth and Instability
- The influx of wealth from conquered lands destabilized the Roman Republic.
- The concentration of wealth in the elite's hands disrupted class cohesion and fueled internal rivalries.
Scipio's Influence
- Scipio Africanus's actions, like coining the term 'imperator' and forming independent power bases, set a precedent for future leaders.
- His example encouraged personal ambition and challenged the Republic's traditional power structures.