HISTORY 1M03 Lecture : 14. 1M03 March 3, 2014.pdf
12 Mar 2014
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Rst couple of centuries of the roman republic were characterized by a great deal of social con ict. Over time struggle of the order was resolved. One thing that helped easing the con ict at home was con ict abroad. The waging of external war provided a uniting front for all romans end of 4th century rome was engaging in regular warfare every year. A successful aristocratic career in rome meant a successful military career. winning battles, gaining plunder, etc. The army was a civic militia - citizens called up to ght for one season of the year. Leave farms for one month to go and ght and then come back when good farming time again. Citizens gained from the wars and their conquests: plots of captured land or other spoils - gained materially or economically. Elite stood to win honour, glory, and of ce.
