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 The Roman Republic was the phase of the ancient Roman civilization characterized by a republican form of government. It began with the overthrow of the Roman monarchy, c. 509 BC, and lasted over 450 years until its subversion, through a series of civil wars, into the Principate form of government and the Imperial period. The Roman Republic was governed by a complex constitution, which centered on the principles of a separation of powers and checks and balances. The evolution of the constitution was heavily influenced by the struggle between the aristocracy, or the patricians, and other talented Romans who were not from famous families, the plebeians. Early in its history, the republic was controlled by an aristocracy of individuals who could trace their ancestry back to the early history of the kingdom. Over time, the laws that allowed these individuals to dominate the government were repealed, and the result was the emergence of a new aristocracy which depended on the structure of society, rather than the law, to maintain its dominance. Thus, only a revolution could overthrow this new aristocracy. Rome also saw its territory expand during this period, from central Italy to the entire Mediterranean world. During the first two centuries, Rome expanded to the point of dominating Italy. During the next century, Rome grew to dominate North Africa, Iberia, Greece, and what is now southern France. During the last two centuries of the Roman Republic, Rome grew to dominate the rest of modern France, as well as much of the east. By this point, however, the republican political machinery was replaced with imperialism.
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1. The Roman Army In The Early Republic
October 01, 2009
Since the Early Roman Republic, the army was becoming a major part of the lives of the people. Wars and battles were fought just about every year, and it was common to have rituals to signify the beginning and end of the campaigns for the year. During the time of the republic, the army was solely a citizen army, and all citizens were liable for service (provided they were financially able to own some land) within the considered military age of seventeen to forty-six. Every year a selection process took place called dilectus. All men of military age were required to visit the capitol of Rome fo... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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2. Scare tactics and the art of war
September 24, 2009
Fear and anxiety have been crucial elements in any general's strategy since the dawn of time. The Assyrian empire was reputedly formed through the use of generous amounts of terror and brutality. The Spartans struck such terror in their enemies that their forces often won their wars with other Greek city states simply by arriving on the battlefield. Gaius Marius, a Senator of the ancient Roman Republic, once quelled the threat of rebellion in a client kingdom by imposing upon his rival the might of a single Roman legion. The Mongol hordes claimed entire kingdoms as they swept through Europe th... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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3. Some Traveling Tips To Germany
September 18, 2009
About the country
The Federal republic of Germany is the most influential country of Europe. It has witnessed the most controversial facts of history like Nazism, Holy Roman Empire and the building and demolition of the Berlin wall. With many magnificent castles it has wealth of art and culture. German is the widely spoken language in German, but outsiders can find many English speaking locals especially in the common tourist destinations.
Weather
The weather here is very unpredictable as there is a possibility of rain almost all months, so carry clothes accordingly. April an... (read more)
Author: Jessica Santoli
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4. From Roman Baths to Modern Spas: Plumbing in Pampering
July 29, 2009
The Roman baths have gotten quite a reputation in the intervening centuries since they were the hot place to be during the Republic. While the activities that undoubtedly took place inside these great bath halls may be replayed in modern circumstances, there is a connection between contemporary society and the societal value of the Roman baths that most people are not familiar. The Roman baths were the ancient equivalent of today’s gyms, fitness centers and spas. You can’t work yourself into a physical state of exhaustion without the need to relieve the multiple effects of such a state, and th... (read more)
Author: Priyank Saxena
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5. Rome and the Roman Republic
June 24, 2009
This year the Italian capital has been awarded with the Bit tourism award 2009 in the category “Italian city”. This certainly confirms the fact that the city during the years has been established as the most loved by tourists for its beautiful architectonic heritage, but also thanks to the richness of exhibitions and events proposed, able to surprise and involve both Italian and foreign tourists. Rome is the heir of a glorious past; one of the most interesting moments in its history was the period of the roman Republic.
The roman Republic (Res publica Populi Romani) was the govern syste... (read more)
Author: Martina Meneghetti
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6. Travel Tips to European Countries: Germany
June 15, 2009
About the country The Federal republic of Germany is the most influential country of Europe. It has witnessed the most controversial facts of history like Nazism, Holy Roman Empire and the building and demolition of the Berlin wall. With many magnificent castles it has wealth of art and culture. German is the widely spoken language in German, but outsiders can find many English speaking locals especially in the common tourist destinations. Weather The weather here is very unpredictable as there is a possibility of rain almost all months, so carry clothes accordingly. April and May ar... (read more)
Author: blaise calpe
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7. From Roman Baths to Modern Spas: Plumbing in Pampering
May 19, 2009
The Roman baths have gotten quite a reputation in the intervening centuries since they were the hot place to be during the Republic. While the activities that undoubtedly took place inside these great bath halls may be replayed in modern circumstances, there is a connection between contemporary society and the societal value of the Roman baths that most people are not familiar. The Roman baths were the ancient equivalent of today's gyms, fitness centers and spas. You can't work yourself into a physical state of exhaustion without the need to relieve the multiple effects of such a state, and th... (read more)
Author: Alex Tatarinov-Levin
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8. Luxury villas for luxurious holidays
May 19, 2009
Dreaming about a honeymoon or a vacation with your family? Luxury retreats can really help you, with luxury villas ready for your special getaway. If you are out on a vacation, just let a luxury villa to play the host and your fantasy vacation will be really unforgettable. With all the facilities of a luxurious hotel, a luxury villa will never let you down as far as making your holiday luxurious and comfortable is concerned.
Originally a villa was a country house for the upper class, but since it origin in the Roman times, the function and idea of a villa has evolved and gone out of the b... (read more)
Author: Suchi Thomson
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9. Travel Tips to European Countries: Germany
February 26, 2009
About the country
The Federal republic of Germany is the most influential country of Europe. It has witnessed the most controversial facts of history like Nazism, Holy Roman Empire and the building and demolition of the Berlin wall. With many magnificent castles it has wealth of art and culture. German is the widely spoken language in German, but outsiders can find many English speaking locals especially in the common tourist destinations.
Weather
The weather here is very unpredictable as there is a possibility of rain almost all months, so carry clothes accordingly. April and ... (read more)
Author: Nicholas Tan
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10. Prague Castle
October 07, 2008
Prague Castle is a castle in Prague where the Czech kings, Holy Roman Emperors and presidents of Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic have had their offices. It has been, for more than 1200 years, the political centre of Czech state. But the oldest part of the castle mainly hosts tourists. The true heart of the Czech state and the most sacred place in all of the Czech lands lies in the middle of the third courtyard. This is St. Vitus’ Cathedral, which incorporates St. Wenceslas’ Chapel. Here rests the body of the eternal ruler and protector of Czech land. Above his grave the Crown Jewels have... (read more)
Author: Lucie Rusarova
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11. Villa, a popular alternative accommodation.
September 29, 2008
A villa was originally an upper-class country house, though since its origins in Roman times the idea and function of a villa has evolved considerably. After the fall of the Republic, a villa became a small, fortified farming compound, gradually re-evolving through the Middle Ages into luxurious, upper-class country homes. In modern parlance it can refer to a specific type of detached suburban dwelling. With the changes of social values in post-colonial Britain after World War I the suburban "villa" became a "bungalow" and by extension the term is used for suburban ... (read more)
Author: pratiwi purnami
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12. The Pizzazz of Prague's Music Scene
August 27, 2008
Once the 14th century capital of the Holy Roman Empire, the city of Prague is a cultural delight; with plenty to offer travellers of all ages and from all walks of life. The bridges, parks and hills compliment the vast array of architectural styles prevalent throughout this Eastern European city and wherever you go there’s sure to be a tune to step out to. The Czech Republic’s capital city has a long standing love affair with music that will bring joy to the ears of music fans far and wide. Music has been the lifeblood of Prague for many years with Mozart being one of the most well kno... (read more)
Author: Matthew Pressman
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13. Travel tour Italy
July 29, 2008
Traveling to Italy can be a dream-come-true experience. From the Ancient Roman Empire to the Medieval Tuscan fortress towns and the Venetian Republic, Italy has got culturally rich history to offer the curious visitors. With a lot of options for cheap travel, people across the world have started visiting Italy for their vacations. For a complete European experience, you need to visit this romantic destination of Italy. If looking for budget accommodations, you can go for cheap hotels and budget hotels in Italy. Italy has got lots in store for the lovers of art, history, architecture, and musi... (read more)
Author: maria john
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14. Rome: Events worth Attending in the Next Year
May 12, 2008
Rome is one of Italy’s most happening cities in terms of cultural events that include exhibitions, concerts, and shows. If you want to be in Rome for one of these events, be sure to book your travel itinerary in advance to avoid any last minute disappointments.
Here are some of the events you can expect to see in Rome:
September and October sees the appearance and performance of European artists gathered together for the Roman Europa festival. Modern art, theatre, music, and dance all feature during the festival.
Festival Romics comes up in October. The comics and cartoon festi... (read more)
Author: Orson Johnson
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15. Battle Line Formations in the Imperial Roman Army
March 29, 2008
roman shields (the scutum) and raise and interlock them so that the entire company became a square box almost completely invulnerable to missle fire and objects dropped from above.">The battle lines of the legions and the formations they took gave them superiority on the battle field. Before in the Army of the Republic, there were three lines of men, including the Hastati, Principes, and Triarii. This was done away with and the new Imperial Roman Army had two lines of men, with the first and the second each having five cohorts. Although, sometimes they took a standard three line formation, ... (read more)
Author: John Hilde
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