Witness the importance of the Roman census in the 1st century AD—how it shaped taxation, citizenship, and the structure of imperial society.
Counting the Empire: The Roman Census in the 1st Century AD
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Social Classes and Society
Grapes, Labor, and Wealth: Roman Vineyards and Slavery in the 1st Century AD
Discover the lives of Roman slaves in 1st-century vineyards—harvesting grapes, producing wine, and fueling an empire’s economy.
The Roman Census: Power, Order, and Identity in the Republic
During the Roman Republic, the census was a vital institution—ranking citizens, organizing the army, and shaping Rome’s social fabric.
