Roman citizens

Roman citizens were individuals recognized by the Roman state as having certain legal rights and responsibilities. Citizenship could be acquired by birth, granting rights such as voting, legal protection, and property ownership, or through granting by the state. Citizens could participate in political life, serve in the military, and enjoy legal protections under Roman law. This status was essential for social and economic integration within the empire. Over time, citizenship became more inclusive, eventually extending to many people across the expanding Roman territories, helping to unify diverse populations under a common legal and cultural framework.