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Ingratitude in Roman History Warns Against Free Governments
No. LXXII THE WHISPERER examines how states often ruin great men by excess generosity or ingratitude. It cites Coriolanus and Camillus as banished figures who later have their faults excused or redeemed. Scipio Africanus is praised for military triumphs yet noted for public fondness that bordered on excessive praise.
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Coriolanus
Camillus
Rome
Scipio Africanus
Hannibal
Itah
Carthage
Africa
Asiaticus
Antiochus