Pompey the Great was one of the most prominent persons in the Roman Republic. The one who added a lot of territory, was he a brilliant general or administrator or a great marketer or a combination of the above? Continue reading Pompey: Great General or Marketer?
A civilization that expands makes many enemies. This man was the greatest enemy of the Roman Republic and inflicted a lot of punishment with his steadfast hatred of Rome. Continue reading Rome’s Greatest Nemesis: Hannibal Barca
Censors were the final official position in the Republic. There was no imperium or legislative authority, but the moral authority with this post was immense. Continue reading Censors: Populations and Morals
Governors were given to high ranking magistrates, basically former Consuls and Praetors. They played a big role in keeping Roman law and order while enriching themselves. Continue reading Governors: Enriching Politics and Pockets
The Consul was the apex position a politician could aspire to achieve. In this position, they could change the history of the Republic and had immense duties and power to carry out their agenda. Continue reading Consul: Apex of the Republic
The Cursus Honorum’s 3rd major office was that of Praetor. There were a lot of powers, responsibility and perks associated with this task, but not many would get elected. Continue reading Praetor: Judicial Leaders
The Aedile was a second office in the senate for a man in the mid-30s. While optional, it could be an office through which one can boost their popularity. Continue reading The Aedile: Costly Popularity
Quaestors were the first major public office, and was a ticket to the senate to the Rome. Continue reading Quaestor: Welcome to the Senate
The Military Tribune was an entry into Roman Politics, as it was a means to be seen by the people of Rome and propel a man on his political career. Continue reading First Steps of Roman Politics: Military Tribune
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