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No-one is perfect, but Augustus' intentions and the results of his efforts as seen in the Pax Romana were overwhelmingly positive in retrospect. The Roman Empire flourished politically, economically and culturally, though unfortunately not in terms of native Roman natality, despite Augustus' enormous efforts in this area.

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Agree! I think you would enjoy the Hankins piece linked within this one.

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