What types of items were included in Marcellus’ triumphal procession?
The triumphal procession of Marcellus included several items, for example, weaponry taken from the enemy, garments, furniture, statues, or ornaments made of bronze of silver and bronze (Livy 21, pg. 314).
What was the Sicilian delegation’s complaint against Marcellus?
The Sicilian delegation objected toward Marcellus because he allegedly despoiled their temples and robbed them of their possessions during the siege of Syracuse (Livy 30, p. 318). Moreover, in their opinion, he could deprive local people of their land (Livy 30, pg. 318). This is why they did not want him to become the ruler of the region.
In his response to the delegation, what reason did Marcellus give for taking Syracuse by storm?
In his defense, Marcellus said that he had tried to take Syracuse without using force; however, the offerings of his envoys had been rejected and local nobles did not assist him in any way (Livy 31, pg. 319). Furthermore, he said that he had a right to take the spoils because he had acted according to the laws of war (Livy 31, pg. 319). These are the main arguments that he put forward to the senate.
Works Cited
Kendall, Jennifer. Periclean Athens, Augustan Rome, New York: Academic Readers, 2012. Print.