Pomerium Restrictions
The pomerium, a sacred boundary of ancient Rome, prohibited soldiers and weapons within its confines, influencing political and military dynamics. Generals had to remain outside to retain their positions, while certain elected officials could have bodyguards, known as lictors, who symbolized authority with their fasces. The distinction between powers inside and outside the pomerium shaped governance, as consuls could command armies only beyond its limits.In this clip
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