The Roman Government: The Success Of The Roman Empire

The Roman Empire is still known today as one of history’s most powerful period. Rome government had stick rules and policies. The Roman government at this point was known as the Roman Republic. The Roman Republic was controlled by the roar Rome. Bureaucracy was ran throughout the region, but Rome did not want this nor could they afford it. However, they did allow small cities to run a lower level of government. The exercise of indirect rule thus became a basic principle of imperial government. The business of local administration and jurisdiction was delegated to the existing communities of city or tribe. This type of structure was deemed to be a weakness to some historians because of the consequences. Consequences that allow a third level government to enforce the emperor’s rules. Because of the expansion of the territory, this was the only reasonable way for it to function normally. The empire was a "commonwealth of cities" which acted as economic and cultural of the Roman world and were integrated into the administrative system as local foci of government. This imperial ruling was first implemented by Rome. It came about because of social trends and not the Roman strategic policies that was often changed by Romanized upper class citizens. These upper classman brought about firmness throughout the land with their strategic and educated planning.

As they continued to expand over hundreds of years their government grew. The Romans army was a great army that was mostly made up of citizen-soldiers they posted these soldiers all around there empire to protect and maintain their state. Over the 500 years that Rome was a republic this type of government helped them maintain their state and allow the citizens, except women to have a voice in who was going to rule their land. The Plebeians the lower class of Rome and which made up most of Rome had little influence on the Senate's decisions. But they had Tribunes to speak for them and could block or veto the Senate's decisions. During these five hundred years Rome had a system like no other of roads that provided efficient means for the overland movement of armies, officials and civilians, and the trade goods. These roads provided a direct route for many goods, and it was a big reason why the Romans empire would succeed for over 500

The consuls were the supreme power of authority with one year terms and could not be elected more than two times in a row and three times total. However, in situations of crisis, the Romans were led by a dictator who had complete power in a six month term. The Republic also had a senate, picked by the two consuls. The senators held their position for life and were responsible for taxes, funding laws, and foreign affairs. Next in line were the assembly, an elected body drawn from the citizens of Rome with two year terms and no term limits. The assembly occasionally made laws that had to be approved by the senate. The common people of Rome were called the Plebeians. The Plebeians served in the army, payed taxes, and had other citizen duties, but were not allowed to hold any important positions in office, unlike the Patricians who had all the rights. The Tribunes represented the voice of the Plebeians and were elected by the Plebeians. There were two Tribunes at a time with one year terms and had the power to veto any law. The Tribunes were “sacred” and left their doors open to the public to speak to them about any problems they might have

The Roman Empire was successful because of their strong willed leaders that helped shaped their country until the very end. One of the leaders was Marius, who properly organized the Roman army to be known as the most strongest army the earth has ever known. With Marius's fighting spirit leading and motivating everybody on, they were able to stop an invasion from barbarians that ultimately saved Italy and Rome from destruction. He also knew how to pay back to his soldiers and people. Veteran soldiers of the legion were given land to thank the soldiers for serving him and Rome. To help the people, Marius made it possible for non-Roman citizens to enlist in the army, making them citizens and giving them a chance to fight for their country.

The Roman people, a whole, were able to create a system of government that would last for five hundred years. The Roman Republican government was strong but was not strong enough and would eventually crumble like the empire itself and be replaced with the “Imperial Government”. However there were many things that made the Roman Republican government great, so great that the future would model their governments of Rome’s. The United States would model their government off of the Roman Republic, to form the democracy that we know today.

The leadership of Rome, especially Julius Caesar was one of the most important components that has made the Roman Empire successful. Julius Caesar had various effective leadership qualities, which helped the Roman Empire. Julius Caesar was an intelligent military general and politician and he rose through the ranks over time to become the dictator of Rome for life. Caesar was very ambitious, he decided to run for consul and dictate Roman politics. Therefore he developed an alliance with two powerful Roman men, Crassus and Pompey in order to do so. This alliance worked out really well for Caesar. After a year in the consul Caesar landed the governorship of Southern Gaul and soon he quickly conquered the rest of Gaul and expanded the Roman Empire to the north. By expanding the Roman Empire very far north, Caesar proved that he was an excellent military general and leader. Julius Caesar was very brave, Pompey and the senate decided to call Caesar back and strip his power. If Caesar didn’t return with his army, he would have been punished for corrupt counseling and exceed his power as governor. Caesar came back with his 13th Legion of the Roman Army because he believed that it was the right thing to do for Rome. Julius Caesar went back to Rome crossing the Rubicon River, which represents a highly risky act and he waged civil war on

The Roman Empire was one of the most successful empire of its time and lasted from about 500 B.C. to about 500 A.D. Many things the Romans did attributed to the success of the Roman Empire. The Romans had a new way of governing its citizens and had an extremely strong military. They had many new innovations that made easier to govern, and encouraged recreation. One of the most important reasons for Roman success was, Romans wanted to achieve something Roman Peace throughout their empire.

The Roman Empire was an ancient superpower but poor leadership and attacks from barbarians brought it to its knees. One of the major factors that contributed to the fall was overexpansion. Rome’s army could not keep up with all the barbarians attacking Rome on several fronts. When Rome finally stopped expanding, money stopped pouring in. This made Rome rely more on taxpayer money to pay for the expensive army. The increase of taxes was hard on the working people who had other economic troubles. One of the reasons that average citizens had economic troubles is that rich took over the government. This made Roman citizens unhappy with their leadership.

The Roman Empire was the most influential and structured government in history.Although they were more advanced they could not avoid the pitfalls that all countries face.Throughout history and even now civilizations can be dependant on these basic needs such as just political leadership, keeping the middle class at bay,economy, and religious morals,but unfortunately the Roman Empire had difficulties maintaining these basic needs.

Rome Government has changed over time. The women in ancient Roman government were not allowed to vote. Now women can join and become senators. Roman Republicans could vote, but only the Patricians could hold the office. All Roman republicans can vote and can hold the office.

The Roman Empire was a very successful empire because they knew how to govern it and they had a fierce army to protect it. Their constitution was basest off of many other constitutions such as the Athenian system or the Spartan system. They were able to piece and part together a strong government off of their neighbors. The Romains also made a strong army to protect themselves. In the time of the Punic wars that army was used for conquering new territories. The Romans started to expand as they did they went after the Carthaginians. The Carthaginians fought back because they were not going to be ruled by Rome and thus was borne the Punic wars. The Punic wars went on for a very long time in the end Rome won, but even in the time of war Rome’s

When considering the context of ancient times and contemporary forms of government, and considering its limited representative elements, Rome, however, remains an outstanding example of a successful ancient government. People were divided into different classes. There were Patricians, Patricians were wealthy citizens of Rome. They usually lived in great homes and had slaves to do their work for them. Because they were citizens of Rome they could go to the Assembly to vote. Plebeians were not wealthy but they were citizens of Rome. They were usually craftsmen or tradesmen and they worked for a living. Because they were citizens of Rome they could go to the Assembly to vote. Slaves had no money, no rights, no freedom and were not citizens of

From 6th about century B.C to approximately 6th century A.D the Roman Empire was the greatest and most flourishing empire of its time and endured. Numerous things the Romans did ascribe to the achievement and life duration of the Roman Empire. The Romans had another method for administering its subjects and had a to a great degree solid military. They had numerous new developments that made less demanding to oversee, and empowered amusement. Romans changed the life of people as making prosperity in economic, cultural and military issues, thereby it made their empire so powerful and fame. The Roman government was the aggregate

During this time period the roman government was so stable, for example citizens were regularly getting taxed in order to maintain such a vast land. Roads were also built, this made the government more stable because it allowed for easier communication to the emperor incase anything that could disturb this peace was to happen. Emperor Augustus

The Roman Empire was a very large and powerful empire- until, as all empires do eventually, they fell. Several causes are credited for doing this. The Senate and Emperor were not on friendly terms, the emperor was always doing what he wanted and this ticked off the Senate, who ticked off the Emperor. Three related causes were the fast expansion of the Empire, constant wars, and excessive spending. Excessive spending meant taxes had to be raised, this is always an unpopular move with the masses. Constant wars meant that more soldiers were killed. The Romans allowed conquered barbarians and other foreign people to join their army. No doubt they spread more than a few rumors and rebellions. Another surprising cause was constantly expanding territory.