The Rest Is History · September 6, 2026 · 1h 13m

703. Roman Civil War: Marching on the Senate (Part 3)

Tom and Dominic continue the story of the Roman civil war between the generals Marius and Sulla. In this episode, they describe Sulla's shocking decision to march his legions on the Senate, a violation of Roman tradition that set the stage for the Republic's collapse. They also recount Marius's narrow escape and the escalating rivalry that would plunge Rome into further conflict.

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Sulla's Unprecedented March on Rome

Sulla, frustrated by his rival Marius, committed the unprecedented act of turning his legions against the city of Rome, shattering the taboo against using military force to settle political disputes within the Republic.

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Marius's Narrow Escape and Retaliation

Marius managed to evade capture and death at the hands of Sulla's forces, eventually escaping to Africa and later returning to power in Rome.

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