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From: Goihl & Fahey <goihlk_at_iYsmi9ov-AoRPNOc2nOHJh_SpL622TTVeiT4zje6s0vgm8nvlQif_sB3c5sTrhNrCAc40>
Date: Sat, 19 May 2007 15:15:38 +0200

I've heard that in ancient Athens it was actually illegal for citizens to go outside at night without a guard as crime was so prevalent. Daniel

Regarding Greg's point on everyday violence, the HBO/BBC series Rome is great viewing. It's depiction of everyday violence and abuse really brings home how important personal and social relationships were back then, and also lucky we are in the modern, developed world.