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Rome's Written Law Revolution
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A brief account of the legal framework of Rome which was based on nebulous oral and written traditions with precedents and sub-clauses, and how it ultimately changed over the years to a set of written precepts memorized by every child and recited by every adult.
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This episode delves into the legal framework of Rome before the creation of the twelve tables.
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Roman Law
Summary
This episode delves into the legal framework of Rome before the creation of the twelve tables. The oral and written traditions were nebulous and difficult to navigate, and as a result, plebeian agitators demanded further protection from patrician tyranny, ultimately resulting in a set of written precepts known as the twelve tables.