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Sulla Marches on Rome

88 BCE 3 min read · 5 min listen

A Roman general turns his army around and invades his own city. The first time it happens. Definitely not the last.

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The Setup

Alright, fam, let’s set the scene: It’s 88 BCE in the Roman Republic. The vibe? Chaotic. The Roman government is riddled with power struggles and political drama. Think of it as the ancient world's most intense reality show.

Gaius Marius, the iconic military man turned politician, had beef with Lucius Cornelius Sulla, a rising star in the Roman military. These two were supposed to be on the same side, but their rivalry was as lit as any modern-day celebrity feud.

When Sulla was given command of the Roman army to lead a campaign against Mithridates, King of Pontus, Marius pulled some serious strings to snatch that command away. Sulla wasn’t about to let that slide. He was like, “Nah, I’m going to fix this myself.” And that’s where things got wild.

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Key Takeaways

  • Sulla's audacity changed the game in Roman politics forever.
  • Power struggles in Rome were as fierce as any modern drama.
  • Military might proved to be a more decisive factor than political maneuvering.
  • The march set a dangerous precedent for Rome's future leaders.
  • Marius and Sulla’s rivalry marked a pivotal moment in the decline of the Roman Republic.

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A Roman general turns his army around and invades his own city. The first time it happens. Definitely not the last. This event took place 88 BCE. History Tea retells it as an immersive audio experience with cinematic narration so you can listen anywhere.

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