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The Spartacus Rebellion, More Than A Slave Revolt, Gavin J. Maziarz
The Spartacus Rebellion, More Than A Slave Revolt, Gavin J. Maziarz
The Gettysburg Historical Journal
The Spartacus Revolt is commonly known for its titular leader, whose deeds have been romanticized in movies and other media. While Hollywood has led many to believe Spartacus was a revolutionary leader working to end slavery in the Roman Empire, this is not an accurate characterization. However, that does not mean that the Spartacus Revolt was nothing more than a historical footnote, although not for its leader. In fact, the revolt should be seen as a revolt of a middle class of veterans in the Roman Empire who wanted greater social standing than the end of the Social War had …
Gettysburg Historical Journal 2022
Gettysburg Historical Journal 2022
The Gettysburg Historical Journal
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Gettysburg Historical Journal 2016
Gettysburg Historical Journal 2016
The Gettysburg Historical Journal
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Virtus In The Roman World: Generality, Specificity, And Fluidity, Kyle W. Schrader
Virtus In The Roman World: Generality, Specificity, And Fluidity, Kyle W. Schrader
The Gettysburg Historical Journal
Virtus in the Roman world was often cited, by the Romans themselves, to be their defining attribute that allowed them to conquer the Mediterranean. Virtus’ meaning changed throughout the Roman Republic as different successful methodologies came into usage, and eventually the word virtus focused solely on those who were successful, rather than their own moral or practical character.