Strangulatus pro republica.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The Latin phrase means he was strangled for the republic.
- In plain terms
- He died for his country by strangulation.
- What can you take from it?
- Sacrifice for the state.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the cost of freedom?
- How do we remember martyrs?
Another view
Historical accuracy of this specific event is not provided here.
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