Edict of Caracalla

Legislation / Policy

Issued in 212 AD by Emperor Caracalla, it granted citizenship to all free inhabitants of the Roman Empire. The speaker argues this 'devaluation' of citizenship led to the erosion of Roman identity.

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Civilization #32: Rome's Rise, Fall, and Legacy

Civilization #32: Rome's Rise, Fall, and Legacy

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Issued in 212 AD by Emperor Caracalla, it granted citizenship to all free inhabitants of the Roman Empire. The speaker argues this 'devaluation' of citizenship led to the erosion of Roman identity.