Category Archives: Storia
Opinion: The Downfall of Tyrants, Part 2
As with most dictators, Caligula’s downfall was driven by many factors. His lavish spending and extravagant spectacles drained the imperial treasury. To compensate, he levied predatory taxes and seized property from wealthy citizens. Seething grievances extended to Roman senators, whom … Continue reading
Opinione: La Caduta dei Tiranni, Parte 2
Come accade alla maggior parte dei dittatori, la caduta di Caligola fu determinata da molteplici fattori. Le sue spese sconsiderate e i suoi spettacoli stravaganti prosciugarono l’erario imperiale. Per rimediare, impose tributi vessatori e confiscò i beni di cittadini facoltosi. … Continue reading
Opinion: Tyrants, part 1
During the Roman Empire (c. 27 B.C – 476 A.D.), there were several generally “good” monarchs such as Augustus, Vespasian, Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, and Antonius Pius. Terms often associated with their reigns are “peace,” “stability,” and “social welfare.” In contrast, … Continue reading
