Why Did the Roman Army Fall Out of Control in the Third

question 87

Multiple Choice

Why did the Roman army fall out of control in the third century?

• A) Their salaries became worthless with debased coinage.
• B) They would overthrow an emperor to get a donative from a new one.
• C) They declared their commanders as emperors.
• D) They would march on Rome to force the Senate to choose their candidate.
• E) All of these.

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