EPISODE · May 11, 2022 · 48 MIN
Episode CLXXXVIII - How to Win a Consular Election
from Emperors of Rome · host Assoc. Professor Rhiannon Evans
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’s military achievements, rhetorical skills and their willingness to be corrupt. Now funding on Kickstarter: Agricola (the podcast miniseries). Guest: Dr Rhiannon Evans (Associate Professor in Classics and Ancient History at La Trobe University).
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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’s military achievements, rhetorical skills and their willingness to be corrupt. Guest: Dr Rhiannon Evans (Associate Professor in Classics and Ancient History at La Trobe University).
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