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Municipia

Scope note

Use for ancient Roman cities or towns founded with citizenship and legal rights similar to those afforded to colonies, but which were lower in status; may also be used for certain small towns during the Middle Ages.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30008394

Broader Terms used

cities

Equivalent Terms used

municipium

Created

13yrs ago

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