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Definition - A state of lawlessness or political disorder due to the absence of governmental authority.
Context - Roman armies tried to put their own generals into power, creating a Roman government that was in a state of upheaval, anarchy, and lawlessness.
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Definition - Devotion or loyalty to a person, group, or cause.
Context - The Roman army showed its loyalty and allegiance to Caesar by crossing the Rubicon with him.
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Definition - A military or naval movement or training exercise.
Context - The Roman army’s military dominance was due to strong soldiers who constantly practiced their battle techniques and war maneuvers.
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Definition - One skilled in the science and art of military command exercised to meet the enemy in combat under advantageous conditions.
Context - Hannibal successfully employed the art and science of warfare and is known as one of history’s finest military strategists.
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Definition - A government in which absolute power is vested in a single ruler.
Context - Rome became a tyranny when Augustus made himself emperor and absolute sole ruler of Rome.
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