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# Roman Citizenship This document details the rights and duties of a Roman citizen. ## Rights of Citizenship * **Political Rights:** Citizens had political rights, such as the right to vote. However, these rights diminished during the empire period. * **Inheritance:** A son of a citizen was als...

# Roman Citizenship This document details the rights and duties of a Roman citizen. ## Rights of Citizenship * **Political Rights:** Citizens had political rights, such as the right to vote. However, these rights diminished during the empire period. * **Inheritance:** A son of a citizen was also considered a citizen. * **Others:** A foreigner (peregrin) or freedman (affranchi) could become a citizen if they fulfilled certain conditions. ## Ways to become a Roman Citizen * **Petition:** The petitioner had to request citizenship from the Emperor and show loyalty to the Roman Empire. * **Military Service:** 25 years of service in the Roman army could earn a person citizenship. * **Allied City:** Citizens living in a city that supported Rome could also gain citizenship. **Note:** The image shows a list of rights and duties of a Roman Citizen.