The threat of a Germanic invasion had nearly bought Rome to its knees. Yet the Romans would rally and change their way of fighting, but this would affect the long term stability of the Republic. Continue reading The Cimbrian War: A New Roman War Machine
The Gracchi Brothers would see the emergence of the new political faction, the populares. The fighting between them and the senatorial elite would see the eventual dissolution of the Roman Republic as politics started to get extreme. Continue reading Tiberius Gracchus: Start of civil disobedience
How the Imperial Roman Legion was the most complete army sub-unit until the Napoleonic Army Continue reading The Imperial Legion: Most complete unit
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
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
The First Punic War was a long war for both sides. The Naval theater was the most important here, and Rome had to learn to fight on sea. Continue reading First Punic War – Naval Theater
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