annona
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of annona
First recorded in 1760–70; from New Latin, from Central American Spanish anona, anon, allegedly from Taíno (Hispaniola) anon
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By the third and fourth centuries CE, control of the navicularii had intensified, and signing contracts to supply the annona was compulsory.
From Textbooks ● Apr. 19, 2023
The annona kept the populace fed but was also a political tool; the emperor hoped his generosity would endear him to the people.
From Textbooks ● Apr. 19, 2023
The annona civica was introduced not only into Constantinople, but also into Alexandria, with baleful results, and into Antioch.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" by Various
Ultimately the distribution of pensions by way of out-door relief, corrupting a far more independent people, is calculated to work a far greater injury than the annona civica.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" by Various
But as the problem of poverty was considered from a broader standpoint, there was a desire to deal with it in a more permanent manner than by the annona civica.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" by Various
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