Theodor Mommsen quoteTheodor Mommsen [1817-1903]
German Historian 
Quote rank: 115
| When Sulla died in the year 676, the oligarchy which he had restored ruled with absolute sway over the Roman state; but, as it had been established by force, it still needed force to maintain its ground against its numerous secret and open foes. |
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