In their final discourse by the Thames, Gaius and Germanicus explore the inescapable cultural legacy of Rome, noting its presence in modern architecture, law, and even the worship services of the New Testament. Gaius posits that Rome is "everywhere," f

In their final discourse by the Thames, Gaius and Germanicus explore the inescapable cultural legacy of Rome, noting its presence in modern architecture, law, and even the worship services of the New Testament. Gaius posits that Rome is "everywhere," from the basilica-style churches of Connecticut to the very temperament of Western business. Germanicus offers a provocative thesis: as modern elites deconstruct Christian traditions, the United States is returning to a "traditional Roman coloration" defined by pre-Christian ruthlessness and a focus on raw power. This secular shift mirrors ancient Roman pragmatism, where the "hand on the shoulder" of moral constraint is replaced by a focus on ideology and statecraft. As the orchestra gathers and the centurions finish their third cups of wine, the speakers reflect on a world that is becoming "more Roman than ever," where power precedes all other human concerns. (3/3)
1849 CESARE MACCARRI.