BCE Reasons for the Roman Term Paper

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Such self-righteousness coupled with overwhelming military prowess is an intoxicating brew; forcing their way of life on others, usually "for the good of such less developed societies" is the next logical step. In case of Rome's annexation of Greece and Asia Minor, the desire of the Roman aristocratic elite for personal glory was also an important factor. In the Roman society, the greatest fame was bestowed on the commanders who won wars abroad and such opportunities could only arise if the Roman Army was busy fighting a foreign war; it is no surprise, therefore, that the Roman elite chose to annex Greece and Asia Minor in the 2nd century BC even though they faced no imminent threat from their neighbors to the East. (Ibid.
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