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Roman Greece

Background

Roman Greece refers to the period in which Greece came under Roman control, following a series of military conquests and political maneuvers. This period began in the 2nd century BCE and continued until the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century CE. During this time, Greece experienced significant changes in administration, culture, and society, while also making substantial contributions to the Roman world.

Conquest and Integration

Conquest of Greece:

Roman Provinces:

Administration and Economy

Roman Governance:

Economic Integration:

Cultural and Social Changes

Hellenization of Rome:

Roman Influence on Greek Society:

Key Cities and Sites

Athens:

Corinth:

Delphi:

Contributions and Legacy

Philosophy and Education:

Art and Architecture:

Historical Impact:

Decline and Transformation

Late Antiquity:

Byzantine Period:

In summary, Roman Greece was a period marked by the integration of Greece into the Roman Empire, resulting in significant administrative, economic, cultural, and social changes. The profound influence of Greek culture on Rome and the reciprocal Roman impact on Greek society created a rich and enduring legacy that shaped the Mediterranean world and laid the foundations for Western civilization.

Sources

Bernhardt, Rainer (1977). "Der Status des 146 v. Chr. unterworfenen Teils Griechenlands bis zur Einrichtung der Provinz Achaia". Historia: Zeitschrift für Alte Geschichte (in German). 26 (1): 62–73. JSTOR 4435542.

Boardman, John The Oxford History of Greece & the Hellenistic World 2nd Edition Oxford University Press, 1988. ISBN 0-19-280137-6

Rothaus, Richard M. Corinth: The First City of Greece. Brill, 2000. ISBN 90-04-10922-6


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