Why did the Roman Senate appoint Cincinnatus as dictator?
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Why did the Roman Senate appoint Cincinnatus as dictator?
Civic Duty:
Cincinnatus is often held up as an example of civic duty and virtue. In his position, he could have held onto his great power and even tried to make it a permanent position. Instead, when he completed his duty he returned to his farm where his other duties laid.
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View this answerRoman law allowed for the appointment of a temporary dictator by the Senate in times of crisis. One of the best known examples of appointed dictators...
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Chapter 3 / Lesson 5The Roman Republic existed over 2,000 years ago and laid the way for the system of government where many people rule instead of a single person. Learn about the Republic's events and achievements in this lesson.