Episode CLXXXVIII - How to Win a Consular Election

Published: May 11, 2022, 6:55 a.m.

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Every year Rome held an election in which two senators were chosen for the role of consul. Being elected consul was a great honour, and the position was hotly contested, and a successful campaign depended upon the candidate\\u2019s military achievements, rhetorical skills and their willingness to be corrupt.

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Now funding on Kickstarter: Agricola (the podcast miniseries).

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Guest: Dr Rhiannon Evans (Associate Professor in Classics and Ancient History at La Trobe University).

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