Review the "Tacitus on the Powers of Augustus" Feature in This

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Essay

Review the "Tacitus on the Powers of Augustus" feature in this chapter.Can the historian trust Tacitus' account of Augustus given his disillusionment with Rome? Or should the historian consider the Annals a critical but objective commentary?

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Definitions:

Reconstruction

The period following the American Civil War (1865-1877) during which the United States attempted to address the issues of the Southern states' reintegration into the Union, the status of the freed slaves, and the destroyed Southern economy.

Former Slaves

Individuals who were previously subjected to slavery but gained freedom, often through emancipation laws, abolition movements, or personal liberation.

Southern Women

Refers to women who live in or originate from the Southern United States, with a specific focus on their unique cultural, social, and historical experiences.

Food Shortages

Situations where the supply of food is insufficient to meet the demand, often leading to hunger, malnutrition, and increased food prices.