War and Empire (WAE)
Definition
War and Empire refer to the military conflicts fought by ancient Romans in order to expand their territory and establish dominance over other nations. These wars played a significant role in shaping Roman history.
Analogy
Imagine war as a game of chess where each move represents a battle or conquest. Just like chess players strategize their moves, Romans strategized their military campaigns in order to conquer new lands.
Related terms
Expansionism (EXP): Expansionism is the policy or practice of expanding territorial control, often through military conquests. It relates closely to war and empire as it describes Rome's desire for territorial expansion.
Conquest (CON): Conquest refers to the act of gaining control over another nation or territory through forceful means such as warfare. Many Roman wars were aimed at achieving conquest.
Imperialism (IMP): Imperialism is the policy or ideology of extending a nation's power by acquiring territories outside its borders. Roman empire-building can be seen as a form of imperialism.
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