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| | CHARLES FREEMAN Did Roman rule suppress Greek genius?
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| | Who were the Romans? How did they understand themselves as a people and 'Roman' as an identity? And what were the implications of that understanding - and perhaps more importantly the underlying reality - for Roman society and the success of the Roman Empire? This is the first part of a series (I, II, III,...
| | www.historyisnowmagazine.com
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| | [AI summary] The text explores the historical significance of the Illyrian soldiers, particularly their rise to power in the Roman Empire during the 3rd and 4th centuries. It highlights how the military crises of the 3rd century necessitated the appointment of capable generals, leading to the emergence of soldier-emperors like Claudius Gothicus, Diocletian, and Constantine. The Illyrian heritage became a symbol of military strength and legitimacy, influencing the selection of emperors and shaping the political landscape of the Roman Empire. The text also discusses the cultural and military impact of this trend, linking it to the eventual collapse of the Tetrarchy and the continued prominence of Illyrian figures in Roman history.
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| Every visible thing in the world is put under the charge of an angel. - St Augustine In 2002 the British newspaper The Sunday Telegraph reported that the...