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Cost of Glory
102 - Cato III: The Senate's Ashes
Jan 22, 2025
Explore the fiery chaos in Rome following Clodius' murder and the subsequent burning of the Senate. Delve into Cato's hardline stance against Caesar and his dramatic bid for consulship. As tensions rise, witness the outbreak of civil war and Cato's resolute stand for Republican values. His final days unfold in a poignant narrative of despair and integrity, culminating in a tragic yet philosophical suicide at Utica. Cato's legacy leaves a profound impact, symbolizing the end of the Roman Republic amid tumultuous political upheaval.
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- The murder of Clodius incited chaos in Rome, leading to the symbolic burning of the Senate and a political crisis.
- Cato, despite his anti-dictatorial stance, surprisingly supported Pompey's sole consulship in hopes of stabilizing the Republic.
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Clodius the Handsome's Violent Death
The violent murder of Clodius the Handsome sparked chaos in Rome, leading to widespread unrest. Clodius, a popular figure known for his connections with the lower classes, was fatally attacked by Milo's gang on the Appian Way, culminating in a public outrage. His funeral was marked by riots, with Clodius's supporters igniting a fire on the Senate floor as a gesture of defiance toward their political adversaries. The flames consumed significant parts of the Senate House, symbolizing the collapse of the Roman political structure during this turbulent time.
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